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Animal Care Centre of Strathmore 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.
Education or Experience:
Completion and achievement of Veterinary Assistant Certificate OR 3 years experience
Job Competencies:
Strong written and verbal communication
Understand biosecurity importance
Excellent client service and organizational skills
Time management and attention to detail
Handle stress and remain reliable and prompt
Team player with honest, compassionate care
Critical thinking and manual dexterity
Excellent people skills
Assist and care for animals
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist DVM/RVT with medications, treatments, and specimen collection
Aid in radiographs and taking vital signs
Sanitize instruments, equipment, and maintain biosecurity
Safely restrain animals and communicate technical info
Prepare equipment, care areas, and surgical rooms
Handle anesthesia monitoring, animal cleaning, and grooming
Maintain logs and clean dental equipment
Perform reception, billing, and clerical duties, perform yard and building maintenance
Assist in large animal procedures
Working Conditions:
Mainly in treatment areas; occasional outdoor tasks
Work Monday-Saturday; potential overtime for emergencies
Hours: 7:30 AM-6:30 PM (Mon-Fri) and 8:30 AM-3:30 PM (Sat)
Accountability:
Reports to the Treatment Area Manager, Practice Manager, and clinic owner
Performance measured by task quality, teamwork, and client satisfaction
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 Technician/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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