Senior Veterinary Assistant

Animal Clinic of La Porte; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Animal Clinic of La Porte seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant, specializing in feline care, to enhance its team. Candidates will assist with client interactions and the handling of pets, ensuring safety and support during veterinary procedures. This role offers the opportunity to grow in a supportive and inclusive environment, with emphasis on teamwork and professional development.

Qualifications

• Veterinary medical knowledge is preferred.
• Prior veterinary assistant experience is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and flexibility required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in client service and patient handling tasks.
• Support veterinary staff and manage records.
• Properly restrain pets and handle physical demands of the job.

Skills

Client service

Interpersonal skills

Patient handling techniques

Attention to detail

Education

High school degree

Tools

Basic computer skills

Avimark

Job description

Job Description

Feline experience a must!

Village Cat Clinic is looking for an experienced veterinary assistant to join our growing team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE

· Veterinary medical knowledge is not required, but is preferred

· Telephone etiquette

· English language

SKILLS

· Client service and interpersonal skills

· Patient handling techniques

· Reading and interpreting patient records and cage cards

· Basic computer skills, Avimark experience is preferred

ABILITIES

· Professional and courteous

· Flexibility

· Willingness to learn

· Attention to detail

· Adherence to procedures and protocols

· Works well in team environment

· Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision

QUALIFICATIONS

· High school degree

· Prior veterinary assistant experience is not required, but preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· Required to stand, walk, talk and hear

· Must use hands and reach with hands and arms

· Occasionally required to site, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl

· Must be able to properly restrain pets

· Must be able to control all pets regardless of size or temperament

· Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance and over 50 pounds with assistance

At NVA Canada diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday reality. We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs, our people feel comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.

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