Veterinary Assistant

NVA Canada; Vernon; Hybrid; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinic discount

Uniform allowance

RRSP matching

Health benefits

Job summary

NVA Canada is seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our Vernon clinic team. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, punctual, responsible, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, and support routine diagnostics and treatments. We value team players who can lift up to 40 lbs, work well with staff, and provide compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle them when stressed or in pain.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Must meet physical demands: lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Works well in a hospital team setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets; aid care after surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Assist with routine diagnostic tests (radiographs, bloodwork, fecal).
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments.
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, and exam areas.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Feed and bathe animals.
• Answer phones and provide customer service.
• Help clients with their pets.

Skills

Multitasking

Team player

Patient care

Animal handling

Job description

Vernon Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our amazing team.

This individual will be enthusiastic, punctual, responsible, with a strong work ethic, flexible and will possess the initiative to work individually as well as work as a team. The clinic is fast paced and the ability to multitask is essential.

Job requirements:

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal)
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Feeding/bathing animals
• Answering phones
• Customer service
• Helping clients with their pets

Qualifications:

• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
• Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

Job Type: Full time

Salary: $19 - $20 based on experience

Benefits:

• Clinic discount
• Uniform allowance
• RRSP matching
• Health benefits

Work Location: In person

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.

NVA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.