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Role: Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: $18 per hour - negotiable and based on experience Schedule: 4 x 10-hour shifts & every other Saturday
At Main West Animal Hospital, caring for pets is only part of what makes our work special. We’re passionate about building lasting relationships with our clients and creating a positive, supportive environment for our team.
You’ll work alongside caring leaders and teammates who want you to succeed. If you have excellent communication skills and a genuine desire to learn more about veterinary medicine, training is available to help you grow your skills and confidence.
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Assist Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians with patient care and treatment
Safely restrain pets during examinations and treatments using best practices
Keep kennel areas clean, comfortable, and welcoming for hospitalized pets
Prepare medications accurately
Update electronic patient records and document care provided
Assist with answering phones
Communicate with clients about their pets' visits and care
At least two years of excellent customer service experience, both in person and over the phone, is strongly preferred
Experience with multi-line phone systems is a plus
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The ability to adapt your communication style to different clients and situations
The ability to prioritize and manage multiple requests
Comfort with technology and the ability to learn new software quickly
A positive attitude and desire to be part of a fun, supportive team
Training and support to help you build your veterinary skills
A welcoming team that values collaboration
Supportive leaders invested in your professional growth
Opportunities to continue learning and developing
Meaningful work helping pets and families throughout the Welland community
If you're ready to combine your customer service skills, teamwork, and love of animals with a rewarding career in veterinary medicine, we'd love to hear from you.
Our team carefully reviews every application, and our interview process is designed to find the right person to join the Main West Animal Hospital family. Could that be you? Apply today!
This practice welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Vetcor. We are committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where team members from all backgrounds can thrive.
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Owns and operates veterinary hospitals.
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Full-time
Entry · 2+ years experience
Onsite
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