Veterinary Assistant

6 days ago

Niagara Falls, Canada Heartland Niagara Animal Hospital Full time

**Veterinary Assistant**

Are you an outgoing and friendly animal lover searching for a new work family? Have you always been interested in a career that will allow you to help much loved pets live long, healthy lives? If so, search no further - this is the position you have been looking for

A busy and thriving veterinary group with a location in Niagara Falls has an immediate opening for a Veterinary Assistant whose dream job would be helping to care for the pets of their community.

In this position you will spend the majority of your time assisting the Technicians and Veterinarians with the care and treatment of the pets who depend on us.

**Primary Responsibilities**

Veterinary Assistants play a vital role in supporting the Veterinarians and Technicians who provide excellent patient care. After your training is complete, your primary responsibilities will be
- Using best practices to safely restrain pets during exams and treatment.
- Making sure the pets staying in the kennels have clean and comfortable accommodations.
- Preparing mediations with the highest accuracy.
- Updating patient records and notes regarding care in their electronic file.
- Assisting with curbside service by escorting pets into and out of the practice.
- Communicating with clients about their pet’s visit and care.

**Qualifications**
- A minimum of 2 years of experience providing top-notch customer service both in person and over the phone is strongly preferred. Experience with multi-line phone systems is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Truly superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt your style to meet the needs of the person you are communicating with.
- The ability to effectively prioritize and meet multiple requests at one time.
- Must be tech savvy with the ability to learn new software quickly.
- The desire to become part of a fun work family

**Hours & Availability**

**Compensation & Benefits**

Your outstanding client service skills will be rewarded with competitive pay and great benefits such as:

- Health Insurance (with generous contribution toward premiums)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Continuing Ed
- Performance based bonuses

**About Us**

Serving family pets of the Niagara Falls area, Heartland Niagara Animal Hospital offers superior quality veterinary care. This team is passionate about relationships and believes in going above and beyond for the clients and pets we have the privilege of caring for.

It’s time to combine your excellent teamwork and customer service skills with your passion for pets. This is your chance to join a friendly, positive team with supportive and caring leaders who are dedicated to your professional growth and development.

**How to Apply**

We don’t want the dog to eat your homework resume so it’s best to not drop off a hard copy

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- Veterinary: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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