London Regional Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital is currently recruiting for a dependable and outgoing Animal Care Attendant to join our team.
This full-time opportunity includes a range of responsibilities which directly contribute to the efficient and effective daily operation of the hospital. A passion for both pets and people is a must, as well as maintaining professionalism in emergencies and stressful situations. We are a progressive, fast-paced 24-hour emergency and referral hospital that strives to provide exceptional animal care. Our Technician Assistant team is a huge part of our highly skilled practice, and we are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.
Caring for our patients; feeding, walking and offering a gentle voice of assurance
Ensure animal housing or enclosure is clean, sanitary and comfortable
Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients and pet parents
Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a welcoming environment
General housekeeping duties; laundry, stocking and maintaining pet holding areas and common areas when required
Self-motivated, takes initiative to get the job done and willing to jump in where needed
Willingness to learn more regarding pet nutrition, veterinary services, updated medical office procedures and assisting the veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments
Schedule: The shifts will typically be 8 -12 hours in length, and can be daytime, overnights and weekend shifts, including holidays.
What VCA Canada Offers
A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
Competitive wages and benefits!
Employer match (5%) group RRSP plan – Planning for your future just got easier with VCA Canada!
Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
Annual uniform allowance
Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
Referral Bonus Rewards
E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives
Generous personal pet care discounts
And more!
Our Story
VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.
In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.
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VCA Canada Animal Hospitals is a family of over 150 small animal veterinary practices located across 6 Canadian provinces. Our team of over 4,000 Associates provides our communities with general, emergency, and specialty services in our practices, offering compassionate care for pets and their families. Our purpose of caring for life’s greatest companions is felt in every part of the VCA Canada experience, whether it is our patients, our clients, our team members, or our communities.