Veterinary Assistant, Receptionist, Jackson Creek Animal Hospital

3 weeks ago


Peterborough, Canada VCA Canada Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION Veterinary Assistant, Receptionist Location : Peterborough, ON Part-time position Jackson Creek Animal Hospital, located in Peterborough, ON., is currently welcoming a customer service-focused Veterinary Assistant, Receptionist to join our team. This part-time opportunity includes a range of responsibilities that directly contribute to the efficient and effective daily operation of the hospital. Your primary responsibility is to ensure our clients and their pets feel welcomed, expertly cared for, and appreciated Assist veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments Create a warm, positive, compassionate atmosphere for our clients and patients Willingness to learn moreregardingpet nutrition,veterinaryservices, and updated medical office procedures General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of reception area, pet holding areas, and common areas Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and adapt to changing situations Take initiative and work independently Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for puttingpets and pet parents atease and creating a welcoming environment Ability to answer a multiline phone system and track and book appointments effectively Placing outbound calls to pet parents for follow-up and future appointment bookings Respond and manage email correspondence; clients, referring veterinarians & internal office messages Scheduling appointments; Admitting and discharging pet patients Invoicing / billing; creating estimates, obtaining pet owner confirmation and processing payments Veterinary Assistant (VA) or Veterinary Assistant Office Administration (VAOA) program certificate is an asset A love for all companion animals What VCA Canada Offers Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation you can thrive in Career longevity providing you with the opportunity to manage your own client appointments in collaboration with VCA Canada Veterinarians VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time Employee assistance program Continuing education benefits; paid to learn Referral Bonus Rewards E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care Access to amazing mini-courses Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives Generous personal pet care discounts And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps #J-18808-Ljbffr



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