Veterinary Assistant - Vancouver Veterinary Hospital
- Vancouver, BC, V5N 0J1, Canada
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $22.00/hour · Full-time
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Original job description
Welcome, we're thrilled you are considering joining the highly skilled team at Vancouver Veterinary Hospital
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Located on Kingsway in Vancouver, BC, Vancouver Veterinary Hospital is your pet's second home! We blend cutting-edge veterinary medicine with a gentle, loving touch. Our team is all about top-tier care for both you and your four-legged family members. We know that no two pets (or humans!) are exactly alike, so we always customize our care to fit your unique needs. We also believe that happy teams make happy pets, which is why we champion work/life balance with flexible schedules and a wonderfully vibrant, fun workplace
https://vancouverveterinary.com/
About the Role
Our ideal Vet Assistant will counsel and educate clients, under the direction of a Veterinarian or a RVT, on various aspects of animal care such as dosage/purpose of medications, home care, vaccination requirements, and preventative healthcare recommendations. In collaboration with the team, they will suggest and explain laboratory procedures and testing. They will also greet, handle, and treat animals in a way that contributes to an environment in which animals feel safe and secure.
Why Join The Vancouver Team?
A Supportive, Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced RVTs, veterinary assistants, and client care staff who value communication, respect, and clinical excellence.
Flexibility and Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of life outside of work. Whether you’re seeking full-time or a part-time schedule, we’ll work with you to find the right fit.
Professional Growth: Access to a continuing education platform, to develop your veterinary skills.
What The Role Can Offer
- Competitive Base Salary
- Comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental & life insurance
- Flexible Schedule
- Vacation & Paid Time Off
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $22.00/hour
The VetCare Community Benefits
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, relationship, financial and nutritional support for all team members.
- A community wide social platform
- Recognition programs
- Access to our veterinary learning platform
About VetCare
VetCare (vet-care.ca) is proudly Canadian, with roots in Vancouver that have extended to practice teams across Canada. We blend the personal touch of local clinics with the collective expertise of our veterinary community, offering mentorship, operations support and recruitment efforts to keep care strong. With this collaborative approach, we aim to foster better outcomes for pets and the people who love them.
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Responsibilities
The veterinary assistant will counsel clients on animal care, including medication dosage and preventative healthcare. They will also assist in laboratory procedures and ensure animals feel safe and secure during their visit.
Requirements
The ideal candidate should be experienced in veterinary assistance and capable of working collaboratively within a team. They must possess strong communication skills to educate clients effectively under the direction of a veterinarian or RVT.
Skills
- Animal handling
- Client counseling
- Preventative healthcare
- Medication administration
- Laboratory procedures
- Vaccination requirements
- Clinical excellence
- Communication
- Animal care
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vacation
- Employee assistance program
- Mental health support
- Financial support
- Nutritional support
- Continuing education platform
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Veterinary Assistant
- Animal Care
- Preventative Healthcare
- Laboratory Procedures
- Client Education
- Veterinary Medicine
- RVT
- Clinical Excellence
- Work-life balance
- Vaccination
- Medication
- Animal Handling