Experienced Veterinary Receptionist, Vet Assistant, Pretoria Animal Hospital
VCA Animal Hospitals
Ottawa, Ontario
Full-Time
$17
OfficeAssociate
Pretoria Animal Hospital is currently looking for a full-time (30-35 hours per week) Veterinary Receptionist, Vet Assistant. The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the highest quality care to their hospitalized pets. Also included are reception duties.
Your role will be:
Assisting Veterinarians and Technicians with various tasks and the treatment of pet patients
Providing compassionate care duties, including feeding and walking patients
General hospital maintenance, including cleaning kennels
Enhance the client’s experience by coordinating between the clients and members of the medical team
Receptionist duties
What’s required?
Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty with clients
Strong communication skills and ability to work with a dynamic and diverse team
Compassion and a nurturing attitude when providing care to clients and patients
Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations
Positive outlook and enthusiasm for learning
Initiative in carrying out assignments independently
What VCA Canada Offers
A caring culture ofWellness and Appreciation!
RRSP Employer 5% Match Program– saving for your future just got easier!
Competitive wages and benefits!
Annual uniform allowance
Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonus Rewards
Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives
Generous personal pet care discounts
And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!
Our Story
VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.
In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canad
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