Veterinary Assistant, Island Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Nanaimo is looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant. The candidate will support the medical team and provide compassionate care for pets. Key responsibilities include maintaining medical records, preparing surgical patients, and performing laboratory tasks. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a nurturing attitude. VCA Canada offers competitive wages, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Flexible schedules

Competitive wages and benefits

Annual uniform allowance

Personal pet care discounts

Referral Bonus Rewards

Qualifications

• Must have exceptional client service skills to build trust.
• Strong communication skills needed for teamwork.
• Compassionate attitude required for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain medical records accurately.
• Prepare the surgical suite and patients.
• Fill prescriptions as required.
• Perform lab work and diagnostic imaging.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized pets.

Skills

Exceptional client service skills

Strong communication skills

Compassion and nurturing attitude

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Positive outlook and enthusiasm

Initiative in assignments

Education

Previous veterinary education or certificate

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Island Animal Hospital is looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This position works 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule. The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care, with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen. In this position, you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.

Location: Nanaimo, BC

Responsibilities

• Maintaining medical records
• Preparing the surgical suite and surgical patients
• Filling prescriptions
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging
• Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for boarded and hospitalized pets and general hospital maintenance, including cleaning kennels

What’s required?

• Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty with clients
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with a dynamic and diverse team
• Compassion and a nurturing attitude when providing care to clients and patients
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations
• Positive outlook and enthusiasm
• Initiative in carrying out assignments independently
• Previous veterinary education or a certificate is preferred

What VCA Canada Offers

• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Flexible schedules!
• Competitive wages and benefits!
• Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship (annual process)
• Annual uniform allowance
• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
• Referral Bonus Rewards
• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

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