V eterinary Assistant

Location: Vancouver, BC

Department: Emergency

The Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre is an established, cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary facility located in the heart of metro Vancouver. Our Emergency Service is welcoming enthusiastic, highly motivated veterinary assistants. This is an exceptional opportunity for an organized, motivated, and empathetic individual to join us in an important support role for the entire hospital.

Your role will be:

Assist the veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments

Providing compassionate care duties including feeding and walking patients

Technical skills should include knowledge of patient care and restraint techniques

General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of reception area, pet holding areas, and common areas

Enhance the client’s experience by coordinating between the clients and members of the medical team

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 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 and working independently

Veterinary Assistant (VA) or Veterinary Office Assistant (VOA) program certificate is an asset

Schedule: As the Emergency Service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, this position will include shifts in the daytime, evenings, overnights, weekend, and holiday shifts. Shifts are typically 12 hours in length, 3 shifts/week.

Compensation: $18.00 to $22.00 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 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!

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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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