Veterinary Technician Assistant, Reception, Northumberland Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Ashfield–Colborne–Wawanosh; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Employer matching (5%)

Paid time off for CE, vacation, sick,,

Annual CE Allowance

Employer-sponsored benefits and paid M

Flexible hours 24+ per week

Job summary

Northumberland Animal Hospital in Colborne, Ontario is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant / Receptionist to join our team. This part-time role focuses on welcoming clients and supporting the veterinary staff with essential front-desk tasks.

You will manage calls, schedule visits, and handle payments while learning hands-on in a busy clinical setting. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered to motivated, empathetic candidates.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Assistant (VA) certificate or equivalent clinical experience.
• Ability to stay calm, gentle, and adaptable under pressure in fast-paced medical situations.
• Warm, compassionate heart with exceptional client service skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow clinical skills, supporting the veterinary team.
• Self-motivated team player who works well independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Creating a warm welcome for patients and pet parents with empathy and care.
• Managing hospital communication by answering multi-line phones and emails.
• Coordinating appointments and following up on visits.
• Handling invoicing and payments with clarity and compassion.
• Maintaining a clean, welcoming reception area for pets and families.
• Assisting veterinary staff with treatments and clinical tasks.
• Schedule: 24 to 30 hours per week across nearby VCA Canada hospitals.

Skills

Client service

Calm under pressure

Team player

Willing to learn

Education

Veterinary Assistant certificate

Job description

Veterinary Technician Assistant, Client Care Reception

Location: Colborne, ON

Employment Type: Fixed-term - Part-time, 24 to 30 hours weekly

Level: Experience in a veterinary hospital

Job Status: Existing

Compensation: $17.85 to $20.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills

At Northumberland Animal Hospital , we welcome an experienced Veterinary Receptionist / Assistant to join our team in Colborne, Ontario. We are looking for an organized, motivated, and empathetic individual to join us in a vital dual-support role. You will help our clients and their pets feel welcomed and appreciated, while gaining hands‑on experience alongside our veterinarian and technician teams.

What You Will Do

• Creating a Warm Welcome: Greeting our patients and pet parents with empathy and care, ensuring they feel welcomed, supported, and appreciated from the moment they walk in.

• Managing Hospital Communication: Serving as our front-line voice by answering multi-line phones and managing client and referring veterinarian emails.

• Coordinating Appointments: Proactively booking visits, scheduling follow-ups, and making outbound calls to keep our patient care on track.

• Handling Financial Transactions: Guiding pet owners through the invoicing and billing process with clarity and compassion, confirming estimates, and processing payments.

• Maintaining a Comforting Space: Keeping our reception lobby and common areas clean, tidy, and welcoming for both pets and their families.

• Supporting Our Clinical Team: Assisting our veterinary staff with treatments and tasks while eagerly learning new medical office procedures and veterinary skills.

• Schedule: Available 24 to 30 hours per week. Shifts may be shared across a nearby VCA Canada hospital.

What You Bring

• A warm, compassionate heart with exceptional client service skills and a nurturing approach to pet care.

• A Veterinary Assistant (VA) certificate or equivalent clinical experience.

• The ability to stay calm, gentle, and adaptable under pressure and in fast-paced medical situations.

• A genuine eagerness to learn, grow your clinical skills, and support our veterinary team with daily treatments.

• A self-motivated team player who confidently takes initiative and works well both independently and collaboratively.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role.

• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future.

• Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days.

• Annual CE Allowance.

• Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options.

• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance.

• Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.

• Various career development pathways.

• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app.

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally,we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work Certification Canada.