Veterinary Assistant

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. Our Veterinary Assistants work independently as well as with the veterinarians and technicians to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. We are a busy small animal practice focused on treating our patients like they are our own family. Job Description Overview 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 General housekeeping 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. Part time and full time work available. Shifts will range from mornings, evenings and Saturdays. Health time benefits and RRSP matching available for full time employees. Staff discount, uniform allowance available for all employees. 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.

Provide primary support to the veterinary team by assisting with patient care, treatment, and diagnostic tests. Maintain hospital cleanliness and ensure the sterilization of surgical equipment and treatment areas.

Candidates should be self-starters who enjoy working with animals and can meet the physical demands of lifting up to 40 lbs. While 1+ years of experience is preferred, it is not required for this entry-level position.

• Health Time Benefits • RRSP Matching • Staff Discount • Uniform Allowance

• Soins cliniquesSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Patient Care
• Animal Restraint
• Radiographs
• Surgical Instrument Sterilization
• Hospital Housekeeping
• Multitasking
• Teamwork
• Patient Monitoring

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

Expérience minimale

1+ ans

Postuler avant le

28 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level