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Veterinary Assistant, ER Animal Emergency & Referral Centre

Job in Vancouver, BC, Canada
Listing for: VCA
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-22
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Veterinary Assistant

Department:
Emergency

Location:
Vancouver, BC

Compensation: $ to $ per hour, depending on experience

The Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre is an established, cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary facility located in the heart of Metro Vancouver. Our Emergency Service is welcoming enthusiastic, highly motivated veterinary assistants. This is an exceptional opportunity for an organized, motivated, and empathetic individual to join us in an important support role for the entire hospital.

Your role will entail:

  • Assist the veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments

  • Providing compassionate care duties, including feeding and walking patients

  • Technical skills should include knowledge of patient care and restraint techniques

  • General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of reception area, pet holding areas, and common areas

  • Enhance the client’s experience by coordinating between the clients and members of the medical team

  • What’s required?

  • Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty with clients

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with a dynamic and diverse team

  • Compassionate and nurturing attitude when providing care to clients and patients

  • Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations

  • Positive outlook and enthusiasm for learning

  • Initiative in carrying out assignments and working independently

  • Veterinary Assistant (VA) or Veterinary Office Assistant (VOA) program certificate is an asset

  • Schedule: As the Emergency Service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, this position will include shifts in the daytime, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holiday shifts. Shifts are typically 12 hours in length, 3 shifts/week.

    What VCA Canada Offers

  • Flexible schedules!

  • Competitive wages and benefits!

  • VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

  • Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technologist scholarship (annual process)

  • Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!

  • Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks

  • Annual uniform allowance

  • RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!

  • 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

  • Click “Apply Now”

    VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

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