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VCA Animal Hospitals Veterinary Assistant (Mat Leave), Ladysmith Animal Hospital in Vancouver, British Columbia
Veterinary Assistant
Location: Ladysmith, BC
Fulltime: Maternity Leave Coverage
Ladysmith Animal Hospital is currently welcoming for a dependable, confident and caring Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This opportunity includes a range of responsibilities which directly attributes to the efficient and effective daily operation of the hospital. Your primary responsibility is to assist our veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments.
Assist veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments
Create a warm and welcoming environment for our patient and pet parents
Create a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients
General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of reception area, pet holding areas and common areas
Willingness to learn more regarding; veterinary services, updated medical office procedures and assisting the Veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments
Exceptional client service skills
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
Admitting and discharging pet patients
Invoicing/billing; creating estimates, obtaining pet owner confirmation and processing payments
Scheduling appointments
Compassion and nurturing attitude
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to adapt in changing situations
Efficient in carrying out assignments independently
Takes initiative to complete tasks throughout the day
Compensation: $17.40 to $25.00 per hour. The hourly rate range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.
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!
Flexible schedules!
Competitive wages and benefits!
VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship (annual process)
Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks
Annual uniform allowance
RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
Referral Bonus Rewards
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!
Email: Careers.canada@vca.com for more information or click "Apply Now"
VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.
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