Join Our Family as a Veterinary Assistant — Love Animals. Learn Fast. Make a Difference.

Are you a caring, hands-on animal lover who thrives in a supportive, team-first environment? We’re hiring a Veterinary Assistant to be the backbone of our hospital — helping every department deliver outstanding care to pets and peace of mind to their people.

Why you’ll love working with us

• A close-knit team that feels like family — supportive, fun, and invested in your growth
• Open communication, mentorship, and a safe place to ask questions and learn
• Real opportunities for career development, continuing education, and advancement
• Flexible scheduling, competitive pay, benefits, and great perks for you and your pet

What you’ll do

• Provide compassionate patient care and assist with treatments
• Monitor hospitalized pets and support recovery after surgery
• Restrain animals for procedures; help with blood draws, nail trims, feeding and bathing
• Run routine diagnostics (radiographs, bloodwork, fecals) and assist in surgery prep/sterilization
• Clean and disinfect kennels, exam and treatment areas; maintain inventory and stock
• Administer medications under supervision, answer phones, and deliver excellent client service

Who we’re looking for

• 18+ and completed a veterinary assistant program
• Self-starter, team player, multitasker with strong communication skills
• Comfortable handling stressed, ill, or injured animals; able to lift 40 lbs independently (assistance for heavier lifts)
• Physical stamina for standing, walking, bending, and lifting
• 1+ year experience preferred but new or recent grads encouraged to apply

Perks & benefits

• Competitive wage, vacation, holiday, paid sick days
• Medical and dental coverage, employee wellness benefit
• RRSP and profit sharing, uniform allowance
• Continuing education allowance, flexible schedule, career advancement
• Personal pet care at cost and more

Ready to join a passionate team of animal advocates? Send your resume and a short note telling us why you’d be a great fit to darryl.gatti@nva.com. New grads welcome — we can’t wait to meet you!