Location

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Category

Veterinary Technician / Assistant

Job Id

R-239006

Job Type

Part time

Technician Student, Veterinary Assistant

Location: North Vancouver, BC

Compensation: $17.85 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience

Lynn Valley Animal Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care, with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

In this position, you will be supporting our Doctors and Technicians team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining medical records
• Preparing the surgical suite and surgical patients.
• Filling prescriptions.
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for boarded and hospitalized pets and general hospital maintenance, including cleaning kennels

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
• Compassion and a nurturing attitude when providing care to clients and patients
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations
• Positive outlook and enthusiasm
• Initiative in carrying out assignments independently
• Previous veterinary education or a certificate is preferred

What VCA Canada Offers

• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
• VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan - Ask us more!
• Competitive wages and benefits!
• RRSP matching!
• Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technologist scholarship (annual process)
• Annual uniform allowance
• 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
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.

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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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