Veterinary Assistant/receptionist

2 days ago


Kitchener, Canada Williamsburg Veterinary Hospital Full time

**THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS Pets & People**

**Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist**

**Part-Time to Full-Time Position**
- We are a private, full-service, 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

**You have the following experience, skills, and abilities**:

- 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 & RVTs with appointments, surgical preparation, helping out in all aspects with hospitalized patients)
- Hospital maintenance (laundry, stocking supplies, vacuuming/mopping, general cleaning)
- Maintaining communication with the veterinarians and technicians (RVTs) to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day

**Rate of pay**: Minimum $18/hour. Based on applicant's previous experience

**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 (every other Saturday required - we are CLOSED on long weekends)

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

**To Apply**:
**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**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 20 - 35 per week

Application question(s):

- Do you have your own vehicle or will you take public transportation to get to work?
- What interests you most about working here?

Work Location: In person



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