Veterinary Assistant — Caring Team, Part & Full‑Time

Cumberland Veterinary Hospital; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Staff discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

NVA Canada in Ottawa is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support the team in delivering high-quality care for small animals. You will assist with patient care, radiographs, post-surgery monitoring, and keep the hospital clean and organized.

The role offers both part-time and full-time shifts (mornings/evenings/Saturdays) with health benefits, RRSP matching, staff discounts, and uniform allowance. They value teamwork and compassion for animals.

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.
• Walking or standing for extended periods of 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests including taking radiographs
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Feeding and walking animals

Skills

Self-starter

Multitasking

Team player

Animal lover

Lift 40 lbs

Flexible shifts

Job description

NVA Canada in Ottawa is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support the team in delivering high-quality care for small animals. You will assist with patient care, radiographs, post-surgery monitoring, and keep the hospital clean and organized.

The role offers both part-time and full-time shifts (mornings/evenings/Saturdays) with health benefits, RRSP matching, staff discounts, and uniform allowance. They value teamwork and compassion for animals.