Animal Care Attendant, Part Time

🚨 Join Our Team at the Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital of West Toronto – Mississauga, ON! 🚨

Imagine being part of a team where every day is an opportunity to make a real difference for pets and their people—where your hands-on skills, compassion, and energy truly matter. Our state-of-the-art after-hours emergency and referral hospital is seeking Animal Care Attendants (ACA) who are ready to elevate urgent care in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Pay: CA $18.00 – CA $21.00/hour + overtime when applicable

Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts including days, overnights, and weekends
Job Type: Full-time or part-time,

Why This Role is a Game-Changer:

Impactful Work: You’ll work side-by-side with Registered Veterinary Technicians and ER Veterinarians, giving every patient the personalized care they deserve.

Dynamic Environment: No two shifts are the same. Every day is a chance to learn, grow, and truly make a difference.

Client Connections: You’re not just assisting patients—you’re helping ease the stress of worried pet owners. Your communication skills will shine!

What We’re Looking For:

Ontario Secondary School diploma or equivalent

1+ year veterinary hospital experience

Comfortable working overnights, weekends, holidays, and 12-hour shifts

Excellent client communication and teamwork skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and adapt to different personalities

A genuine passion for helping pets and their owners

What You’ll Do:

Assist veterinarians and RVTs with patient care, both independently and as part of a team

Engage with clients to provide updates, support, and reassurance

Help with billing, payments, and light administrative tasks

Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for pets and people

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits: Premiums 100% covered by the hospital, RRSP plan with employer matching

Professional Growth
: CE opportunities and a supportive learning environment

Work-Life Balance: Schedules planned one month in advance

Vacation Time: Earn vacation within your first year

Fully Equipped Facility: Access to digital x-ray, ultrasound, IDEXX in-house analyzers, I-Stat, multi-parameter monitoring equipment, Evet, and more

Additional Perks: Secure underground parking, employee pet discounts, vision care, and more

Community Involvement: Support local rescues and charities, including Toronto Animal Services and Mississauga Animal Services, and participate in hospital-hosted blood donor clinics

Uniform allowance and a supportive, collaborative team

Open to discussing your individual goals
—let’s help you achieve them!

About Us:
At the Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto
, we pride ourselves on practicing high-quality medicine while delivering exceptional customer service. Our hospital is a place where your , in an environment that .

Culture:
We foster a happy, friendly atmosphere where our diverse team works cohesively. To maintain this positive culture, we regularly enjoy holiday parties, games, and even have a . Our mission is to create a fun and inviting workspace while providing kind, compassionate care to our patients.
If you’re ready to join a passionate, fast-growing team where your work truly matters, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Apply today and be part of a hospital that’s redefining after-hours and specialty veterinary care!

Mississauga, ON
Canada