Surgical Veterinary Assistant – Full-Time (Victoria)

VCA Animal Hospitals; Victoria; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Employer Match (5%)

Paid time off for CE, vacation, sick,

Annual CE allowance

Minimum 24 hours/week for benefits

Job summary

Central Victoria Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our surgery team. Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital is a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital, dedicated to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by delivering top emergency and referral care.

This role involves assisting staff with various tasks, preparing for surgery, maintaining asepsis, and creating a calm, client-friendly atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in a surgery or specialty department is preferred but not required.
• A veterinary assistant certificate would be an asset.
• Strong communication skills are essential to thrive in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments with keen attention to asepsis.
• Aid in preparation for surgery and other procedures
• Create a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients
• General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of work area, holding areas and common areas
• Perform thorough cleaning of surgery suites and sterilization of surgical instruments following protocols
• Willingness to learn more regarding veterinary services and assisting staff with tasks

Skills

Asepsis practices

Communication skills

multitasking

Education

Veterinary assistant certificate

Job description

Central Victoria Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our surgery team. Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital is a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital, dedicated to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by delivering top emergency and referral care.

This role involves assisting staff with various tasks, preparing for surgery, maintaining asepsis, and creating a calm, client-friendly atmosphere.