Veterinary Assistant/Client Care Receptionist - Fisher Glen Animal Hospital

VetCare Canada Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a busy, client-centered animal hospital in Ottawa as a Veterinary Assistant! This role involves educating clients on animal care, handling animals with compassion, and working closely with our veterinary team. Enjoy benefits like a competitive salary, flexible scheduling, and more.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Medical, Dental & Life Insurance

Flexible Schedule

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Counselling clients on animal care responsibilities.
• Experience in front desk reception is an asset.
• Temporary maternity leave coverage role.

Responsibilities

• Educate clients on medication and care procedures.
• Handle and treat animals to ensure their security.
• Perform tasks at the front desk reception.

Skills

Client education

Animal handling

Laboratory procedures

Front desk reception

Job description

Welcome, we're thrilled you are considering joining the team at Fisher Glen Animal Hospital If you've ever desired to join a busy, client-centered small animal practice in our nation’s capital, today is your lucky day—we are hiring a Veterinary Assistant at Fisher Glen Animal Hospital! One of the most visited cities in Canada, Ottawa boasts seven national museums, iconic Canadian treats, and year-round outdoor events and activities. Ottawa is also home to Parliament Hill. Experience the entire country's culture, sights, and flavours—all in one breathtaking city!

About The Role:

Our ideal Vet Assistant will counsel and educate clients, under the direction of a Veterinarian or a RVT, on various aspects of animal care such as dosage/purpose of medications, home care, vaccination requirements, and preventative healthcare recommendations. In collaboration with the team, they will suggest and explain laboratory procedures and testing. They will also greet, handle, and treat animals in a way that contributes to an environment in which animals feel safe and secure. Please note this is a temporary role for providing maternity leave coverage.

Experience working in a front desk reception role is an asset, as most of your day will be at front desk reception. This role will is 32-40 hours per week with the possibility of staying on in a veterinary assistant role after 1 year. This is a great opportunity to work with rescue organizations and exotic animals. We are a small, friendly laid back team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Include: Medical, Dental & Life Insurance and uniform allowance.
• Flexible Schedule
• Vacation & Paid Time Off

Meet VetCare:

VetCare (vet-care.ca) is a proudly Canadian-owned acquirer and operator of veterinary practices, based in Vancouver, and with passionate team members across Canada. Our commitment to care is at the heart of what we do, from guiding our talented medical and operations teams, supporting practice owners through seamless transitions, and providing the highest quality of care to patients through our community-focused practices.