Join the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center in Roanoke as a Clinician Assistant and support specialty veterinary oncology care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
This role combines responsibilities similar to a medical scribe, client service representative, and veterinary clinical assistant. You will work side-by-side with specialists in radiation and surgical oncology, assist with medical documentation, support client communication, help coordinate patient care, and contribute to the day-to-day operation of a specialty referral hospital.
The position offers hands-on exposure to clinical practice, mentorship, teamwork, and opportunities to support both patient care and hospital operations. Depending on training and experience, you may also assist the surgical oncology team under supervision.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Ability to communicate in a warm, compassionate, confident, and professional manner
- Excellent computer literacy and ability to learn new software systems
- Strong typing skills; 60+ words per minute expected
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to remain professional in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful clinical environment
- Comfortable working around and safely handling veterinary patients
- Ability to work collaboratively with doctors, technicians, client service staff, students, and other team members
- Ability and willingness to learn quickly
- Willingness to occasionally travel to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Blacksburg, VA as needed
- Genuine interest in veterinary medicine, human medicine, healthcare, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Veterinary clinic or hospital experience
- Medical office or healthcare experience
- Electronic medical record experience
- Familiarity with medical terminology, documentation, or medical coding
- Previous customer service or client-facing experience
Highlights
- Hands-on exposure to specialty veterinary oncology
- Mentorship from specialists in radiation and surgical oncology
- Opportunity to observe advanced diagnostic and treatment procedures
- Experience with medical documentation, client communication, and clinical workflows
- Meaningful patient-care and teaching environment
- Non-exempt role eligible for overtime
Location
Virginia, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Salary Range
From $36,501
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago