VCA Canada Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant.

Your role will be:

• Assisting Veterinarians and Technicians with various tasks and treatment of pet patients
• Providing compassionate care duties including feeding and walking patients
• Technical skills should include knowledge of patient care and restraint, client care, and surgical assisting
• General hospital maintenance including cleaning kennels
• Enhance the client’s experience by coordinating between the clients and members of the medical team

What’s required?

• Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty with clients
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with a dynamic and diverse team
• Compassion and nurturing attitude when providing care to clients and patients
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations
• Positive outlook and enthusiasm for learning
• Initiative in carrying out assignments independently
• Previous veterinary education or certificate

Here’s what you can expect from us:

• Mentorship and support from our hospital leadership teams
• Professional development through annual VCA conferences
• Interactive learning through our in-house online university (Woof U!)
• Industry leading customer service training through VCA’s Client Experience Program
• A commitment to give back to the community through participation in charitable programs and initiatives

Additionally, we offer competitive wages, benefits for eligible employees, paid wellness days and pet and veterinary discounts!

Join us!

For more information on who we are, what we do, Paw It Forward and opportunities with VCA, please visit us online at vcacanada.com or https://vcacanada.com/vancouverwellness

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

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.