Veterinary Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Clinic discount

Uniform allowance

RRSP matching

Health benefits

Job summary

Vernon Veterinary Clinic in Vernon, BC is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, punctual, responsible, with a strong work ethic, flexible, and capable of both independent and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, restraining animals during procedures, performing routine diagnostics, sterilizing equipment, and delivering compassionate client service.

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter with ability to multitask and work well in a team.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle stressed or in-pain pets.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Able to meet physical demands: lift up to 40 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods.
• Equipoise teamwork and collaborate with hospital staff at all levels.
• Willing to be flexible and provide excellent client service.

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.
• Aid with routine diagnostic tests (radiographs, bloodwork, fecal).
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments/equipment.
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, and exam areas.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Feed/bathe animals and assist with client communication.
• Answer phones and provide customer service.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Animal care

Physical stamina

Punctuality

Communication

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

Hiring Manager Ioakimidou, Angie