Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Join Our Family as a Veterinary Assistant — Love Animals. Learn Fast. Make a Difference.
Are you a caring, hands-on animal lover who thrives in a supportive, team-first environment? We’re hiring a Veterinary Assistant to be the backbone of our hospital — helping every department deliver outstanding care to pets and peace of mind to their people.
Why you’ll love working with us
- A close-knit team that feels like family — supportive, fun, and invested in your growth
- Open communication, mentorship, and a safe place to ask questions and learn
- Real opportunities for career development, continuing education, and advancement
- Flexible scheduling, competitive pay, benefits, and great perks for you and your pet
What you’ll do
- Provide compassionate patient care and assist with treatments
- Monitor hospitalized pets and support recovery after surgery
- Restrain animals for procedures; help with blood draws, nail trims, feeding and bathing
- Run routine diagnostics (radiographs, bloodwork, fecals) and assist in surgery prep/sterilization
- Clean and disinfect kennels, exam and treatment areas; maintain inventory and stock
- Administer medications under supervision, answer phones, and deliver excellent client service
Who we’re looking for
- 18+ and completed a veterinary assistant program
- Self-starter, team player, multitasker with strong communication skills
- Comfortable handling stressed, ill, or injured animals; able to lift 40 lbs independently (assistance for heavier lifts)
- Physical stamina for standing, walking, bending, and lifting
- 1+ year experience preferred but new or recent grads encouraged to apply
Perks & benefits
- Competitive wage, vacation, holiday, paid sick days
- Medical and dental coverage, employee wellness benefit
- RRSP and profit sharing, uniform allowance
- Continuing education allowance, flexible schedule, career advancement
- Personal pet care at cost and more
Ready to join a passionate team of animal advocates? Send your resume and a short note telling us why you’d be a great fit to [email protected]. New grads welcome — we can’t wait to meet you!
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