veterinarian assistant

Beach Avenue Animal Hospital; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local veterinary clinic in Vancouver is seeking a full-time veterinarian assistant. Responsibilities include collecting samples, administering medications, and providing care for animals. Candidates should have a college diploma in a related field and at least 1 year of experience in a veterinary setting. The position is on-site with no remote options available, offering competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary setting required.
• Must have knowledge of animal health care procedures.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples and perform laboratory tests.
• Handle and care for animals during treatment.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Counsel clients about animal health care.

Skills

Collecting samples

Animal handling and care

Medication administration

Client counseling

Education

College diploma from a relevant program (1-2 years)

Job description

Job details

Position: veterinarian assistant

Posted on September 22, 2025 by a licensed third-party for Beach Avenue Animal Hospital

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Location: Vancouver, BC

Work setting: Veterinary clinic; Animal hospital

On-site work; There is no option to work remotely

Salary: $23.00 HOURLY, 120 to 160 hours per month

Term of employment: Full time

Starts as soon as possible

Vacancies: 2

Source: Job Bank #3407305

Overview

Education

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Languages

English

Work setting

• Veterinary clinic
• Animal hospital

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Collect samples and perform other laboratory tests
• Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery
• Prevent and treat lameness by hoof trimming
• Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian
• Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian
• Counsel clients on animal health care
• Conduct and assist in laboratory research
• May perform a variety of office management and clerical duties
• Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry
• Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals
• Provide wound and bandage care

Who can apply

You can apply if you are: a Canadian citizen; a permanent resident of Canada; a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-10-06

Important notice

This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.