Veterinary Assistant/Client Care Receptionist - Fisher Glen Animal Hospital

VetCare Canada Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy client-centered animal practice in Ottawa is hiring a Veterinary Assistant for maternity leave coverage. The ideal candidate will counsel clients, handle animals, and work at the front desk. This position offers a flexible schedule with no evenings or weekends required, making it a great opportunity for those passionate about animal care.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Include: Medical, Dental & Life Insurance and uniform allowance

Flexible Schedule

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Experience working in a front desk reception role is an asset.
• Counsel clients on animal care and medication purposes.
• Collaborate with the team on laboratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Greet and treat animals to ensure safe and secure environments.
• Educate clients on vaccination and preventative healthcare.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team.

Skills

Client counseling

Animal handling

Communication

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. We also dont require any work on evenings and weekends.

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.