Veterinary Assistant, Receptionist – Cachet Village Animal Hospital , Markham, ON.

Location: Markham, ON

Employment Type: Part‑time

Role Type: Existing role

Compensation: $17.85 to $25.00 depending on experience

Responsibilities

- Create a warm and welcoming environment for patients and pet parents
- Answer a multiline phone system and track and book appointments effectively
- Place outbound calls to pet parents for follow‑up and future appointment bookings
- Respond and manage email correspondence; clients, referring veterinarians & internal office messages
- Admit and discharge pet patients
- Invoicing / billing; create estimates, obtain pet owner confirmation and process payments
- Schedule appointments
- Assist the veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments
- Restrain animals
- Perform housekeeping duties; keep reception area, pet holding areas, exam rooms and treatment areas clean
- Shift‑share at other VCA hospital locations may be required

Qualifications





- Previous client services experience and/or veterinary industry exposure is ideal
- Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting people at ease and creating a welcoming setting
- Veterinary Assistant (VA) or Veterinary Office Assistant (VOA) program certificate is an asset
- A love for all small companion animals

Benefits

- A caring culture of wellness and appreciation
- Competitive wages and benefits
- RRSP employer group match program
- Annual uniform allowance
- Exceptional career development opportunities
- Employee assistance program
- Referral bonus rewards
- Opportunities to give back in the community through VCA initiatives
- Generous personal pet care discounts
- Additional perks such as shopping discounts and wellness apps

Equal Opportunity Statement

VCA is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal‑opportunity employer. If you require any assistance please let us know.

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📌 Veterinary Assistant, Receptionist, Cachet Animal Hospital (Markham)
🏢 VCA Animal Hospitals
📍 Markham