Veterinary Assistant/CSR

NVA Canada; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Veterinary Hospital in Fredericton is a community-focused clinic meeting AAHA standards, equipped with modern diagnostic tools and a dedicated team of pet lovers. We invite you to join the Valley Vet family, where staff growth is supported and collaboration is valued.

The veterinary assistant is the team’s primary support, aiding with patient care, diagnostics, radiographs, and daily hospital operations while ensuring excellent client and patient care across departments.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Self-starter who can multitask and work well in a team.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and handles stressed/ill animals calmly.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience and/or a Veterinary Assistant Program diploma.
• Ability to meet physical demands: lifting up to 40 lbs and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and assist post-surgery care.
• Maintain inventory and stocking of supplies.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Assist with routine diagnostic tests (radiographs, bloodwork, fecal).
• Sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Clean/disinfect cages and treatment areas.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Feeding/bathing animals and providing client service.

Skills

Self-starter

Multitasking

Team player

Animal care enthusiasm

Customer service

Education

Veterinary Assistant Program diploma

Tools

Radiography equipment

Medical instruments

Job description

At Valley Veterinary Hospital, we combine the warmth of a community-focused practice with the high standards of an AAHA-accredited clinic. Equipped with modern diagnostic tools and backed by a dedicated team of pet lovers, we believe that exceptional patient care starts with supporting our staff. If you’re looking for a collaborative workplace in Fredericton where your skills are valued and your growth is supported, we’d love to welcome you to the Valley Vet family.

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

Job Description Overview:

• 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 18yrs old or older
• 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, and/or a Veterinary Assistant Program diploma.
• 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 or time; frequently working in a bent or squatting position.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

If you are passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.

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