vetcare
Veterinary Assistant - Amherst Veterinary Hospital
At a Glance
- Location
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Employment
- full_time
Key Requirements
Certifications
- SAFe
Domain Knowledge
- Clinical
- Education
- Finance
- Healthcare
- Insurance
- Medical
Benefits & Perks
etitive Base Salary Comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental & life insuran
Compensation & Benefits
Flexible Schedule
Vacation & Paid Time Off
Pay Rate: $22.00/hr
A 24/7 Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, relationship, financial and nutritional support for all team members.
A community wide social platform
Responsibilities
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.
Work alongside experienced RVTs, veterinary assistants, and client care staff who value communication, respect, and clinical excellence.
Access to a continuing education platform, to develop your veterinary skills.
About the Company
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.