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Veterinary Assistant
@ NVA Canada
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Overview
NVA Canada is hiring a Veterinary Assistant for Plessis Veterinary Hospital, a client-focused clinic. The role supports veterinarians and technicians during exams and procedures, handles animals, maintains the workspace and serves pet owners. The posting asks for flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams and procedures
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Clean surgical areas, kennels and equipment
- Feed and monitor animals in care
- Answer pet owners' questions and provide customer service
Requirements summary:
- Veterinary Assistant Diploma preferred
- Hands-on experience in a veterinary clinic preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage animals safely and confidently
- Willingness to learn and take direction
- Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Veterinary Assistant |
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Full company description
We partner with pet parents to give every pet their best life. Every day, at every stage. Their best life is your best life.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,330
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 181
- Reported office locations
- 1115 North Service Rd W, Unit 2, Oakville, Ontario L6M 2V9, CA
- Other recorded names
- NVA Canada
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
We partner with pet parents to give every pet their best life. Every day, at every stage. Their best life is your best life.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Veterinary Services |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Oakville, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 227 |
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Veterinary Assistant
Plessis Veterinary Hospital is a compassionate and client-focused veterinary clinic dedicated to providing high-quality care for pets and exceptional service to their owners. We pride ourselves on a supportive team environment and a commitment to animal well-being.
We are seeking a reliable and caring Veterinary Assistant to support our veterinary team in delivering excellent patient care. This role is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about animals, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and thrives in a collaborative setting.
Key Responsibilities:
·Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures
·Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
·Clean and maintain surgical areas, kennels, and equipment to ensure hygienic workspace
·Feed and monitor animals in care
·Provide excellent customer service to pet owners, including answering questions
What we are looking for:
·Completion of a Veterinary Assistant Diploma preferred
·Hands on experience in a veterinary clinic preferred
·Strong communication and interpersonal skills
·Ability to manage animals safely and confidently
·Willingness to learn and take direction
·Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
If you are compassionate, dependable, and dedicated to providing superior customer service while making a difference in the lives of pets and their families, we encourage you to apply today.
Join our team and help us deliver exceptional care – for the love of animals and the people who love them.
Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
At NVA Canada diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday reality.
At NVA Canada, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers sites: careers.nvacanada.ca
- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [email protected]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA Canada!
Please note that we use third-party recruitment software, which may include artificial intelligence features to assist in screening applications.
NVA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs, our people feel comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.
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