VetCare Canada·Vancouver, British Columbia
The Veterinary Assistant counsels clients on animal care, medications, and preventative health under professional supervision. They are also responsible for greeting, handling, and treating animals to ensure a safe and secure environment.
Welcome, we're thrilled you are considering joining the highly skilled team at Kitsilano Animal Clinic
Kitsilano Animal Clinic (kitsilanoanimalclinic.ca) is located in Vancouver, BC. We are committed to the highest standards of patient care, providing medicine and surgery in a unique, collaborative environment of compassionate and friendly professionals. Our team values work/life balance, offering flexible schedules and a vibrant work environment.
Our ideal Vet Assistant will counsel and educate clients, under the direction of a Veterinarian or a RVT, on various aspects of animal care such as dosage/purpose of medications, home care, vaccination requirements, and preventative healthcare recommendations. In collaboration with the team, they will suggest and explain laboratory procedures and testing. They will also greet, handle, and treat animals in a way that contributes to an environment in which animals feel safe and secure. Weekend coverage is needed for this position, please note this is a part-time position.
Why Join VetCare?
Work alongside experienced RVTs, veterinary assistants, and client care staff who value communication, respect, and clinical excellence.
We understand the importance of life outside of work. Whether you’re seeking full-time or a part-time schedule, we’ll work with you to find the right fit.
Access to a continuing education platform, to develop your veterinary skills.
$19.00 - $20.00
VetCare (vet-care.ca) is proudly Canadian, with roots in Vancouver that have extended to practice teams across Canada. We blend the personal touch of local clinics with the collective expertise of our veterinary community, offering mentorship, operations support and recruitment efforts to keep care strong. With this collaborative approach, we aim to foster better outcomes for pets and the people who love them.
The candidate should be able to collaborate with RVTs and veterinarians to explain laboratory procedures and provide patient care. Weekend availability is required for this position.
Market context
In British Columbia, veterinary assistant roles are typically driven by ongoing demand in companion-animal clinics, where teams need support with patient care, lab workflows, and client communication. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for candidates who can work closely with RVTs and veterinarians and who have weekend availability. Review the clinic’s schedule expectations and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time before applying.
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