Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant

Barlow Trail Animal Hospital; Calgary; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

On-site parking

Paid time off

Store discount

Vision care

Wellness program

Job summary

Barlow Trail Animal Hospital is seeking a friendly Veterinary Assistant & Receptionist to join our team. This hands-on, client-focused role blends animal care with client service in a busy clinic, with a 4-day schedule (Friday–Monday) and a competitive hourly wage.

The position involves greeting clients and pets, scheduling appointments, processing payments, and maintaining patient records while supporting veterinarians and technicians.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred, but training may be provided for the right candidate.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.
• Able to interact warmly with clients and their pets in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and their pets with warmth and professionalism.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and respond to client inquiries.
• Check patients in and out and process payments.
• Maintain accurate client and patient records.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with appointments and procedures.
• Handle, restrain, and care for dogs and cats safely.
• Prepare exam rooms and keep the clinic clean and organized.
• Disinfect equipment and treatment areas.
• Assist with lab samples, medications, and other clinical tasks.

Skills

Client greetings

Phone handling

Appointment scheduling

Payments processing

Record keeping

Animal handling

Clinical support

Team communication

Job description

Veterinary Assistant & Receptionist

Join Our Veterinary Team!

We are looking for a friendly, dependable, and compassionate Veterinary Assistant & Receptionist to join our team. This is a hands‑on, client‑focused position ideal for someone who enjoys working with both animals and people in a fast‑paced veterinary environment.

Schedule

Friday through Monday
This is a regular 4-day-per-week position. Some flexibility with hours may be required based on clinic needs.

Responsibilities

As a Veterinary Assistant & Receptionist, you will help ensure our patients, clients, and veterinary team receive excellent care and support. Responsibilities include:

• Greeting clients and their pets with warmth and professionalism
• Answering phones, scheduling appointments, and responding to client inquiries
• Checking patients in and out and processing payments
• Maintaining accurate client and patient records
• Assisting veterinarians and technologists with appointments and procedures
• Handling, restraining, and caring for dogs and cats safely
• Preparing exam rooms and maintaining a clean, organized clinic
• Cleaning and disinfecting equipment and treatment areas
• Assisting with laboratory samples, medications, and other clinical tasks as directed
• Providing compassionate patient care and monitoring hospitalized or recovering animals
• Communicating clearly with clients regarding basic instructions and follow‑up care
• Supporting the team wherever needed to keep the clinic running smoothly

Veterinary Assistant experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate who has a positive attitude and a strong willingness to learn.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• A rewarding career working with animals and their families
• Opportunities to learn and develop veterinary skills
• Consistent Friday–Monday scheduling
• Competitive wages
• Benefits including continuing education & uniform allowance
• employee discounts

If you are an enthusiastic animal lover who enjoys helping people and wants to be part of a caring veterinary team, we would love to hear from you!

Pay: $16.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Work Location: In person