Veterinary Assistant, ER, Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia

V eterinary Assistant

Location: Vancouver, BC

Department: Emergency

Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre welcomes a dependable and caring Veterinary Assistant to join our team full-time. This is an exceptional opportunity for an organized, motivated, and empathetic individual to join us in an important support role for the entire hospital.

• Assist the veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments

• Create a warm and welcoming environment for our pet parents

• Create a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our patients and adapt to changing situations

• Take initiative and work independently

• General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of reception area, pet holding areas, and common areas

• Willingness to learn more regarding; veterinary services, updated medical office procedures Compassion and nurturing attitude

• Veterinary Assistant (VA) or Veterinary Office Assistant (VOA) program certificate is an asset

Compensation: $16.75 to $25.00 per hour. The hourly rate range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture of wellness and appreciation you can thrive in!

• Flexible schedules!

• Competitive wages and benefits!

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

• Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technologist scholarship (annual process)

• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!

• Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks

• Annual uniform allowance

• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!

• 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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VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

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