THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! Pets & People!

Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

Full-Time Position

- We are a private, full-service, growing, small animal hospital looking for the right person to join our team!
- We practice excellent veterinary medicine and focus on EXCEPTIONAL customer service and client care
- We need an applicant who is friendly, very comfortable answering phones, and enjoys interacting with people
- Prior experience with dogs and cats is preferred
- A love for animals and a compassionate nature IS a requirement
- You must be a hard worker with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- You get along well with others but are able to work independently
- We offer a positive, inclusive and supportive work environment.

You have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

· The ideal candidate will have completed a veterinary assistant or veterinary office/receptionist certificate program from a community college, and/or have prior experience working in a veterinary hospital

· Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail

· Superior multi-tasking skills and a proactive nature

· Computer skills and experience with AVImark is beneficial

Duties of this role include:

· Animal care and treatment (care & restraint of patients, assisting with procedures, assisting the vet & technicians (RVTs) with appointments, surgical preparation, and helping out in all aspects with hospitalized patients)

· Client services (answering phones,



scheduling appointments, invoicing clients, explaining medications, general communication with clients in person, over the phone and by e-mail)

· Hospital maintenance (laundry, stocking supplies, vacuuming/mopping, general cleaning)

· Maintaining communication with the veterinarians and RVTs to ensure effective workflow throughout the day

Rate of pay: $20-24 per hour. Based on applicant's previous experience

Benefits include:

· Generous staff discount on services, food and medications

· Extended health care plan, including dental, vision & paramedical services

Shifts will be within our normal business hours:

Mondays: 8am – 6pm

Tuesdays: 8am – 6pm

Wednesdays: 8am – 8pm

Thursdays: 8am – 6pm

Fridays: 8am – 6pm

Saturdays 9am – 2pm (rotating Saturday schedule – and we are CLOSED on long weekends)

***Schedule to be determined based on the successful applicant’s availability & clinic needs To Apply:

· submit your RESUME AND A COVER LETTER through the INDEED platform or directly to the Hospital Manager at [email protected]

Tell us why YOU are the perfect candidate for this position!

ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED

PLEASE NOTE: – WE ARE A SMOKE-FREE/SCENT-FREE WORKPLACE

We have a fantastic staff at Williamsburg Veterinary Hospital & look forward to welcoming someone new to our team!

Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist (Kitchener)
🏢 Williamsburg Veterinary Hospital
📍 Kitchener