Vancouver Animal Emergency & Referral Centre
Veterinary Services
VeterinaryAssistant
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Veterinary Assistant at Vancouver Animal Emergency & Referral Centre. Skills: Animal comfort, Patient safety. Ensure patient housing is cleaned. Maintain patient housing”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Patient housing cleaned and maintained
Nice to Have
Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship application opportunity
What You'll Do.
Ensure patient housing is cleaned
Maintain patient housing
Juggle multiple tasks
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assist team members wherever needed
Full Job Description
# Veterinary Assistant # ## ## Department: Emergency and Specialty ## Location: Vancouver, BC ## Compensation: $19.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience ## ## ## **Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre** is looking for **Veterinary Assistants** to join our **Emergency and Specialty** teams! We are a fun-loving and motivated crew of professional pet health caregivers! You’re someone who is passionate about animals and welcomes the opportunity to comfort the next pet patient! You take pride in knowing that you make a difference in easing their stress. You enjoy caring for your pet patients with an energetic attitude. You make sure patient housing is cleaned and maintained at all times to ensure their safety and comfort. You willingly lend a hand to assist team members wherever needed. You are able to juggle multiple tasks while maintaining a calm demeanour. Making the client feel important comes second nature to you. **** **What VCA Canada Offers** * **RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program** – saving for your future just got easier! * **VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan** \- Ask us more! * A caring culture of **Wellness and Appreciation!** * **Medical Library** ; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips! * Competitive wages and health/dental benefits! * Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship (annual process) * Annual uniform allowance * 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 * Extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps! **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. E
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