Veterinary Technician Assistant, Surgery - Tri Lake Animal Hospital & Referral Centre

VCA Canada; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join VCA Canada's growing surgery team as a full-time Veterinary Technician Assistant. Located in Kelowna, BC, you will support a board-certified Specialist in small animal surgery, providing care to surgical patients while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Wellness days

Sick days

Vacation time

Career growth opportunities

Referral bonus rewards

Access to wellness apps

Virtual healthcare

Community involvement

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in general practice veterinary surgery is a must.
• Interest in surgery and anesthesia.
• Ability to work well in a team and dedication to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-operative, peri-operative, and post-operative care of surgery patients.
• Maintain surgical equipment and assist with radiographs and lab samples.
• Participate in discussions about upholding patient care standards.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Client communication

Restraint and lifting of patients

Initiative

Job description

Veterinary Technician Assistant - Referral Surgery

Lake Country, BC

Tri Lake Animal Hospital & Referral Centre in Winfield, BC, is relaunching their Referral Surgery service this fall. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated full-time Veterinary Tech Assistant to join our growing surgery team in September 2025.

Tri Lake's specialty surgery service is fully equipped and will be overseen by a board-certified Specialist in small animal surgery with experience working at numerous multi-disciplinary referral hospitals. Prior experience with referral surgery is NOT required, but previous experience in general practice veterinary surgery is a MUST. We seek someone interested in surgery and anesthesia, passionate about patient care, able to work well in a team, with strong organizational skills, great attention to detail, and a desire to build relationships. You will be supported to grow and develop your skills and knowledge with onsite training as part of our surgery team.

Why We Need You

You will work directly with our surgery Specialist to assist with pre-operative, peri-operative, and post-operative care of surgery patients. Our surgery service handles a variety of cases, providing diverse daily skills and ample learning opportunities. The position requires excellent time management, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to participate in discussions on how the surgery team can uphold the highest standards of patient care.

The skills you will be trained to utilize include, but are not limited to:

• Restraint and lifting of patients
• Assisting with radiographs pre- and post-operatively
• Assisting with CT scans
• Collecting and submitting blood and other lab samples
• Preparing medications and supplies for clients to take home
• Client communication
• Handling and maintaining surgical equipment, including setup, cleaning, and sterilization
• Remaining calm and efficient in stressful situations
• Maintaining a positive outlook and enthusiasm for learning
• Taking initiative in carrying out assignments independently
• And more

Compensation: $ to $ per hour. The hourly rate varies depending on experience and skills.

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families! Our extensive network across Canada offers diverse experiences, a local community feel, and a caring culture:

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Competitive wages and benefits!

• Planning for your future with VCA Canada!

Benefits include wellness days, sick days, vacation time, career growth opportunities, referral bonus rewards, access to wellness apps, virtual healthcare, community involvement, shopping discounts, and more.

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Veterinary Veterinary • Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada