British Columbia Animal shelter Jobs – 23 Openings This Week

Veterinary Assistant
West Coast Veterinary Dental - Clinic Manager —Vancouver, BC
- $25–$28 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Sanitation
- Patient care
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
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Part-time Keyholder
Pet Valu —New Westminster, BC
- From $18.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Sales
- Customer service
Animal Care Attendant
BCSPCA —Maple Ridge, BC
- $22.92 an hour
- Full-time
- Medication administration
- Sales
- High school diploma or GED
Animal Care Specialist - ACA2
BCSPCA —Nanaimo, BC
- $23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Medication administration
- High school diploma or GED
Manager, Animal Centre
BCSPCA —Richmond, BC
- $73,500–$91,917 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Windows
- Supervising experience
Keyholder
Pet Valu —100 Mile House, BC
- From $18.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Sales
- Customer service
Keyholder
Pet Valu —Victoria, BC
- From $18.60 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy lifting
- Sales
- Customer service
Receptionist
BCSPCA —Vancouver, BC
- $23.79 an hour
- Temporary
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Front desk
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Eighth Avenue Animal Hospital —New Westminster, BC
- $19–$22 an hour
- Part-time
- Medical office experience
- Front desk
- Cleaning
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Veterinary Assistant
Crescent Falls Veterinary Hospital —Vernon, BC
- $21–$24 an hour
- Full-time
- Medication administration
- Organizational skills
- Cleaning
- Store discount
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Assistant Manager
BCSPCA —Vancouver, BC
- $48,200–$60,285 a year
- Temporary
- Databases
- High school diploma or GED
- Supervising experience
Registered Veterinary Technologist
BCSPCA —Prince George, BC
- $29.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- Medication administration
- Customer service

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Bria Communities —Langley, BC
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ACA certification or equivalent animal care experience. You will play an important role in supporting patients and families during some of their most difficult…
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Registered Veterinary Technician
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$55,000–$65,000 a year

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Veterinary Assistant

West Coast Veterinary Dental - Clinic Manager
Vancouver, BC

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Job details

Full-time
$25–$28 an hour
4 days ago

Qualifications

Animal exercise
Customer communication
Customer service
Sanitation
Client communication
Task prioritization
Patient care
Organizational skills
Front desk
Cleaning
Animal welfare
Stocking
Managing patient records
Communication skills
Client interaction
Infection control interventions

Full job description

Veterinary Assistant Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our veterinary team. The Veterinary Assistant will support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing high-quality medical care to patients while helping create a welcoming and positive experience for clients and their pets.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working with animals, has strong communication and organizational skills, and is able to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with examinations, treatments, procedures, and patient care.
Safely restrain and handle dogs, cats, and other animals as required.
Prepare examination rooms, treatment areas, and equipment for appointments and procedures.
Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, examination rooms, treatment areas, and equipment.
Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition to the veterinary team.
Assist with collecting and preparing laboratory samples.
Prepare and maintain surgical and medical equipment.
Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and client communication.
Provide food, water, medication, exercise, and general care for hospitalized animals as directed.
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with administrative tasks when needed.
Stock supplies and maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
Follow clinic protocols for animal handling, sanitation, safety, and infection control.
Provide compassionate care and reassurance to animals and their owners.
Perform other duties as assigned by the veterinary team.

Some administrative and reception tasks may be required. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday 8am - 6:00pm. Weekends closed. Typical work schedule is that of four ten hour shifts.

Qualifications

Previous experience working with animals is preferred.
Veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel, shelter, or veterinary hospital experience is an asset.
A genuine passion for animal health and welfare.
Ability to safely and confidently handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Reliable, organized, and able to prioritize tasks effectively.
Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment, including standing for extended periods and lifting animals or supplies.
Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful or emotional situations.
High attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Veterinary Assistant certification or relevant education is an asset but may not be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off
Profit sharing
RRSP match
Tuition reimbursement

Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC V5K 4R1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Veterinary Assistant: 4 years (preferred)
Front desk: 4 years (preferred)
Customer service: 4 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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