Veterinary Assistant, Carp Road Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Stittsville, ON, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinary staff and ensure a welcoming environment for clients and pets. The role involves assisting with treatments, maintaining cleanliness, and creating a positive atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have a compassionate attitude and organizational skills. This position offers competitive wages, flexible schedules, and a comprehensive benefits package, including an RRSP match program and career development opportunities.

Benefits

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Competitive wages and benefits

Annual uniform allowance

Generous personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support veterinary staff in various medical tasks.
• Foster a positive and low-stress atmosphere for pets.
• Engage in general housekeeping duties.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Education

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

Job description

Veterinary Assistant Location: Stittsville, ON Carp Road Animal Hospital is currently welcoming a full-time dependable 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.

• 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

• 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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