We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who shares our commitment to high-quality patient care and outstanding client service.
Vets on Main is an independently owned small animal hospital that has proudly served our community for the past year and a half. Since opening our doors, we've built a reputation for compassionate care, strong client relationships, and a positive, supportive team culture. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a motivated and hardworking individual who is excited to contribute to a practice that values teamwork, initiative, and continuous improvement.
This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working in a collaborative environment, and genuinely cares about making a difference for patients, clients, and coworkers. We're looking for someone who is invested in providing excellent care and who wants to grow alongside a dedicated and passionate team.
What You'll Do
- Assist veterinarians and RVTs with appointments and procedures
- Safely restrain patients and support patient care
- Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical spaces
- Clean and maintain hospital equipment and facilities
- Support client communication and education
- Monitor hospitalized patients
- Assist with inventory, stocking, and daily hospital operations
- Help create a welcoming experience for every client and patient
What We're Looking For
- Experience in a veterinary clinic
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to stay organized and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Someone who takes ownership of their work and actively looks for ways to improve the clinic
- A genuine passion for animal care and client service
- A desire to contribute to a growing practice and build a long-term career with our team
Bonus Points For
- Experience with animal handling and restraint
- An interest in surgery, anesthesia, rehabilitation, or reproduction
- Fear Free or low-stress handling experience
- Experience with veterinary software and medical records
What You'll Find Here
- A supportive team that enjoys teaching and mentoring
- Opportunities to develop new skills and take on additional responsibilities
- Modern equipment and progressive medicine
- A workplace where ideas are welcomed and initiative is recognized
- Competitive compensation and employee discounts
At Vets on Main, we're not looking for someone to simply complete tasks. We're looking for someone who shares our commitment to exceptional patient care, values teamwork, and wants to grow alongside a clinic that is continually striving to provide the highest standard of care for our patients and clients.
If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $21.95-$21.96 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Experience:
- Veterinary Clinic: 1 year (preferred)
Location:
- Ottawa, ON K1S 1C3 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
