Veterinary Assistant

Vernon Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This individual will be enthusiastic, punctual, responsible, with a strong work ethic, flexible and will possess the initiative to work individually as well as work well as a team. The clinic is fast paced and the ability to multitask is essential. Job Requirements 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 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. Walks or stands for extended periods or 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. Job Type: Full time Salary: $19 - $20 based on experience Benefits Clinic discount Uniform allowance RRSP matching Health benefits Work Location: In person Submit resume and cover letter to angeliki.ioakimidou@nva.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Hiring Manager Ioakimidou, Angie

Assist with patient care, treatment, and the monitoring of hospitalized or post-surgical animals. Maintain clinic cleanliness, manage inventory, and provide customer service to clients.

Candidates should be self-starters capable of multitasking and handling stressed or ill animals. Physical ability to lift 40 lbs and stand for extended periods is required, with 1+ years of experience preferred.

• Clinic discount • Uniform allowance • RRSP matching • Health benefits

• Soins cliniquesSouhaitée
• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée

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

• Patient care
• Animal restraint
• Diagnostic testing
• Radiography
• Bloodwork analysis
• Surgical instrument sterilization
• Medication administration
• Customer service
• Multitasking
• Teamwork

• Healthcare
• Customer Service & Support

Expérience minimale

1+ ans

Postuler avant le

29 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level