Veterinary Assistant

NVA Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Employee pet care discounts

Supportive and collaborative team

Job summary

Billings Bridge Animal Hospital in Ottawa, ON is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced clinical team. This full-time role requires dependable, animal-loving individuals who can assist veterinarians and technicians during exams and procedures.

You will handle animals safely, prepare rooms, maintain records, and support reception tasks while delivering outstanding care to patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and restrain animals safely when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures.
• Properly restrain and handle animals in a safe and compassionate manner.
• Prepare examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain hospital equipment and facilities.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report concerns to the medical team.
• Assist with laboratory sample collection and processing.
• Prepare medications, supplies, and treatment materials as directed.
• Support reception duties when required, including client communication and appointment scheduling.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient information.
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients and their pets.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Patient care

Job description

Veterinary Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: Billings Bridge Animal Hospital, Ottawa, ON

Position Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: Minimum 1 Year Veterinary Assistant Experience

Join Our Team!

Billings Bridge Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate, organized, and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team of veterinary professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about animal care and enjoys working in a fast‑paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures
• Properly restrain and handle animals in a safe and compassionate manner
• Prepare examination rooms and treatment areas
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain hospital equipment and facilities
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report concerns to the medical team
• Assist with laboratory sample collection and processing
• Prepare medications, supplies, and treatment materials as directed
• Support reception duties when required, including client communication and appointment scheduling
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient information
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients and their pets

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift and restrain animals safely when required

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package (for eligible employees)
• Employee pet care discounts
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

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