138 Veterinary Assistant jobs in Canada

Job Description

Salary: $18-22

Veterinary Assistant - New Brunswick Urgent Care Group

Moncton Veterinary Urgent Care & Walk-in is a part of the Galaxy Vets family, which is a new employee-centric healthcare system with a mission to give veterinary medicine back to veterinary professionals.

Employees are our priority. At Galaxy Vets, we offer top-of-the-market salary, equity, and a competitive benefits package, all intended to prevent burnout and enable you to focus on what you love--providing quality care to pets and their families.

We pride ourselves on compassionate care for patients and clients, and communicating with clients is a top priority. If you are looking for a new opportunity that will allow growth, autonomy, innovation and a sense of purpose, then look no further! The veterinary assistant is a crucial part of the medical team and is responsible for advocating for the patient as well as educating the clients.
As a veterinary assistant, you will have a wide variety of responsibilities, from assisting veterinarians and technicians in the care of animals, the hospital, and all medical equipment and machinery to clerical and administrative work.

The Position

Essential Job Functions: The following are the essential duties and responsibilities required for this position. The candidate must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:

Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and assist in preparing patients for surgery and minor procedures

Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytology

Provides assistance during radiology procedures

Restrain animals in a safe, efficient and compassionate manner during examinations and procedures

Obtain weights and accurate vital signs on patients

Document any changes of a pets condition and vital signs appropriately in medical records and notify doctor or veterinary technicians of any unusual medical or behavioral problems

Feed, exercise, groom or bathe animals as prescribed by the attending veterinarian or as the client has requested

Communicate with all aspects of the medical team

Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennels and runs, treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgery suite

Communicate with clients per hospital policy in a compassionate and professional way on either the status of their pet, or any questions they may have

Ensure that supplies are always available and adequately stocked in each exam room and treatment area

Accurately dispense medication prescribed by the doctor; identify and record microchip numbers, tattoos, and other markings in patients records

Perform other duties as assigned by doctors, receptionists, and veterinary technicians to assist in the smooth flow of the daily operation of the hospital

Tasks may include bending, standing, stooping, kneeling, moving from room to room, and sitting; may be required to walk or stand for extended periods of time

Occasional travel may be required to fill in shifts at our other hospitals located in New Brunswick. Travel costs (mileage & lodging) will be covered.

The list of responsibilities and functions above are representations of the tasks performed by this position. The omission of an essential task does not prevent management from assigning if such tasks are a logical assignment for this position

The Candidate

High School diploma

Veterinary Assistant experience preferred

Flexible schedule, including weekends, evening and holiday shifts

Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling

Must have basic computer skills.

Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment, and be able to manage stressful situations

Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment

Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with teammates is required

Must be dependable, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Open and willingness to travel between several hospital locations as required

The Perks

Competitive compensation ($8- 22/hour)

4 weeks paid time off (144 hours)

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance with Canada Life

Staff discount (85% or at cost)

3 day work week (36 hours/week) + virtual paid meetings

Participation in the Companys Employee Ownership Trust proportionate to the number of people participating in the trust and compensation levelling

Ongoing Feedback loops to ensure Employee satisfaction and autonomy with a strong focus on burnout prevention

Interested or have questions?
Apply directly or reach out to Lindsay Mosher, our Head of Talent for more information!

Job Description

Amherst Veterinary Hospital Amherst Veterinary Hospital (amherstvethospital.com)   is a busy, progressive small animal clinic, serving the community for over 30 years in the Kitsilano/Point Grey area of Vancouver. We are a full-service hospital with long-term staff who are Fear Free certified, dedicated, and friendly animal lovers. We strive to provide excellent quality of care for all of our patients, excellent client service and a positive environment for our employees where their knowledge and skills can expand. If you are an experienced individual looking for a Full-Time role we look forward to meeting you.

About The Role:

We are looking for a motivated, responsible, compassionate individual with a strong work ethic. The position is full time.

Duties involve:

·   Cleaning of kennels

·   Animal restraint

·   Walking, feeding and medicating the patients

·   Preparation of surgery suite

·   Supporting the doctors and technicians in their roles

·   Animal husbandry

·         Receptionist duties

Expected Wage Range: $19.50 - $24.00

What We Offer:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Include: Medical, Dental & Life Insurance and uniform allowance.
• Flexible Schedule
• Vacation & Paid Time Off

Meet VetCare:

VetCare (vet-care.ca) is a proudly Canadian-owned acquirer and operator of veterinary practices, based in Vancouver, and with passionate team members across Canada. Our commitment to care is at the heart of what we do, from guiding our talented medical and operations teams, supporting practice owners through seamless transitions, and providing the highest quality of care to patients through our community-focused practices.
 

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