Receptionist, Veterinary Assistant, Island Animal Hospital

VCA Canada; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary service provider in Nanaimo is seeking a full-time Receptionist, Veterinary Assistant to support their team. The ideal candidate should be organized and empathetic, with an asset being a veterinary program certificate. Responsibilities include assisting veterinary staff and maintaining cleanliness. This role offers competitive wages, flexible schedules, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Competitive wages and benefits

Flexible schedules

Referral Bonus Rewards

Generous personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Dependable and motivated individual for a support role.
• Experience or training in veterinary services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments.
• Create a warm and welcoming environment for pet parents.
• Maintain cleanliness of reception and common areas.

Skills

Compassionate and nurturing attitude

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Veterinary Assistant (VA) or Veterinary Office Assistant (VOA) program certificate

Job description

Overview

Island Animal Hospital is currently welcoming a full-time, dependable Receptionist, Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an organized, motivated, and empathetic individual to join us in a very important support role for the entire hospital.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments
• Create a warm and welcoming environment for our pet parents
• Create a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our patients and adapt to changing situations
• General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of reception area, pet holding areas, and common areas
• Willingness to learn more regarding; veterinary services, updated medical office procedures and assisting the Veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments
• Compassion and nurturing attitude
• Take initiative and work independently

Qualifications

• Veterinary Assistant (VA) or Veterinary Office Assistant (VOA) program certificate is an asset

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation you can thrive in!

• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Flexible schedules!
• Competitive wages and benefits!
• Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician / Technologist scholarship (annual process)
• Annual uniform allowance
• Exceptional career development : there is room to grow here!
• Referral Bonus Rewards
• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

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