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.

• 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

• 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

• 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
• 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  New grads welcome — we can’t wait to meet you!

At NVA Canada diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday reality.

We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs, our people feel comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.