Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Vernon; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinic discount

RRSP matching

Job summary

Vernon Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The role requires enthusiasm, punctuality and a strong work ethic in a fast-paced clinic.

You will assist with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, aid in diagnostics, restrain animals during procedures, and help clients with their pets. Salary is based on experience. We value teamwork and compassion for animals and provide opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter, multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle them when stressed, ill or in pain.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Walks or stands for extended periods and works in a bent or squatting position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in post-surgery care.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (radiographs, bloodwork, fecal).
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
• Clean/disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas.
• Administer medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision.
• Feeding/bathing animals.
• Answering phones and helping clients with their pets.

Skills

Multitasking

Team player

Self-starter

Animal care passion

Physical stamina

Job description

Vernon Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our 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 well 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
• 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
• RRSP matching

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