NVA·Vernon, British Columbia
Assist with patient care and treatment.
Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in caring for animals after surgery.
Maintain inventory and stocking.
Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
Assist with routine diagnostic tests (e.g., radiographs, bloodwork, fecal reading).
Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
Clean/disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas.
Administer medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision.
Feed and bathe animals.
Answer phones and provide customer service.
Help clients with their pets
Vernon Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team.
This individual will be enthusiastic, punctual, responsible, with a strong work ethic, flexible and will possess the initiative to work individually as well as work well as a team.
The clinic is fast paced and the ability to multitask is essential.
Job requirements: · Assist with patient care and treatment · Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery · Maintain inventory and stocking · Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims · Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e.
Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal) · Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment · Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital · Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision · Feeding/bathing animals · Answering phones · Customer service · Helping clients with their pets
· Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player. · Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain. · Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required. · Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own. · Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position. · Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members. Job Type: Full time Salary: $19 - $20 based on experience
· Clinic discount · Uniform allowance · RRSP matching · Health benefits Work Location: In person Submit resume and cover letter to angeliki.ioakimidou@nva.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Hiring Manager Ioakimidou, Angie
Enthusiastic, punctual, responsible, strong work ethic, flexible, and able to work individually and as part of a team.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinic.
Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle animals when stressed, ill, or in pain.
Prefer 1+ years of experience (not required).
Ability to meet physical demands including lifting/carrying/restraining animals; should be able to lift 40 lbs on own (assistance provided for lifting over 40 lbs).
Ability to walk/stand for extended periods and work in bent or squatting positions.
Teamwork approach and ability to work with all levels of hospital team members
Market context
In British Columbia, veterinary assistant roles are commonly driven by ongoing clinic staffing needs, especially in busy practices that need help with patient flow and client support. These jobs are competitive because employers often look for reliability, calm handling of stressed animals, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting. If you are considering applying, emphasize any animal-care experience and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time.