Veterinary Assistant - Pickering Animal Hospital

VetCare Canada Inc.; Pickering; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Medical, dental & life insurance

Flexible Schedule

Vacation & Paid Time Off

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Learning platform access

Pet benefits

Job summary

VetCare Canada Inc. at Pickering Animal Hospital in Pickering, Ontario is hiring a Vet Assistant to counsel and educate clients under the supervision of a Veterinarian or RVT, covering medications, home care, vaccination requirements, and preventative care.

You will greet, handle and treat animals to keep them calm, participate in laboratory procedures, and provide weekend coverage, including Saturdays. We offer competitive salaries, uniforms, pet benefits, extended health and dental, and a

Qualifications

• Counsel and educate clients on medications, home care, vaccinations and preventative care.
• Explain laboratory procedures and testing in collaboration with the team.
• Greet, handle and treat animals to ensure a safe, calm environment.
• Weekend coverage and Saturday availability required.
• Previous related experience is required; full-time position with benefits.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients under supervision of a Veterinarian or RVT on care plans.
• Explain dosing, purpose of medications, and home care instructions.
• Collaborate on lab procedures and testing as part of patient care.
• Greet and manage animals to maintain a reassuring environment.
• Support weekend coverage and maintain high-quality patient interactions.

Skills

Client education

Home care guidance

Vaccination knowledge

Preventative care

Job description

Welcome, we're thrilled you are considering joining the highly skilled team at Pickering Animal Hospital

Learn More

Looking for a workplace that feels like home? Pickering Animal Hospital offers more than just a job; we offer a supportive community. Located in a convenient, amenity-rich area of Pickering, we balance high-standard care with a fun, collaborative atmosphere. With a team that has stayed together for over a decade and a client base that spans 30 years, you’ll find a level of trust and teamwork here that is hard to match. Come make a meaningful impact with us!

We are located in an up-and-coming area of Pickering, our plaza offers many interesting vendors, including banks, restaurants, a dollar store, Planet Fitness, and a Montessori Daycare. Pickering Animal Hospital provides a supportive and collaborative work environment, many of our team members have been with us for well over 10 years and some of our clients have been with us for as long as 30 years. We all have a strong desire to make work both fun and meaningful.

https://pickeringanimalhospital.ca/

About the Role

Our ideal Vet Assistant will counsel and educate clients, under the direction of a Veterinarian or a RVT, on various aspects of animal care such as dosage/purpose of medications, home care, vaccination requirements, and preventative healthcare recommendations. In collaboration with the team, they will suggest and explain laboratory procedures and testing. They will also greet, handle, and treat animals in a way that contributes to an environment in which animals feel safe and secure. Weekend coverage is needed for this position. The successful candidate must be available to work on Saturdays. Previous related experience is required. This position is full-time. We offer competitive salaries, uniforms, pet benefits, extended health and dental benefits and a great working environment.

Why Join The Pickering Team?

A Supportive, Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced RVTs, veterinary assistants, and client care staff who value communication, respect, and clinical excellence.

Flexibility and Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of life outside of work. Whether you’re seeking full-time or a part-time schedule, we’ll work with you to find the right fit.

Professional Growth: Access to a continuing education platform, to develop your veterinary skills.

What The Role Can Offer

• Competitive Base Salary
• Comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental & life insurance
• Flexible Schedule
• Vacation & Paid Time Off

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $21.00

The VetCare Community Benefits

• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, relationship, financial and nutritional support for all team members.
• A community wide social platform
• Recognition programs
• Access to our veterinary learning platform

About VetCare

VetCare (vet-care.ca) is proudly Canadian, with roots in Vancouver that have extended to practice teams across Canada. We blend the personal touch of local clinics with the collective expertise of our veterinary community, offering mentorship, operations support and recruitment efforts to keep care strong. With this collaborative approach, we aim to foster better outcomes for pets and the people who love them.