Posted 2 months ago
Veterinary Technician Assistant
@ NVA Canada
Airdrie, Alberta
Overview
NVA Canada is hiring a Veterinary Technician Assistant for City Centre Animal Hospital. The role supports RVTs and DVMs with patient care, cleaning, restraint and surgical preparation. Full-time or part-time, with evenings and weekends required and flexible pay based on experience.
Responsibilities:
- Assist RVTs and DVMs with patient care and procedures
- Prepare and clean treatment, surgery and exam areas
- Safely handle and restrain patients
- Restock supplies and maintain inventory
Requirements summary:
- Previous veterinary experience or strong interest in veterinary career
- Comfortable working with dogs and cats of all sizes
- Reliable, hardworking and works well in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Available for evenings and weekends
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-27
- 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 |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Uniform provided, Home office allowance |
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NVA Canada
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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 | 226 |
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Full-Time Technician Assistant
City Centre Animal Hospital is looking for a Full-Time or Part-Time Technician Assistant (TA) to join our growing team! We’re looking for someone who is passionate about animal care, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is available to work both evenings and weekends. Wage is flexible and will be based on experience and qualifications.
Our TAs play a huge role in keeping the hospital running smoothly and supporting both our RVTs and DVMs throughout the day. We’re looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking, eager to learn, and genuinely enjoys being part of a team.
What you’ll be doing:
Assisting RVTs and DVMs with patient care and hospital procedures
Preparing and cleaning treatment, surgery, and exam areas
Safely handling and restraining patients
Assisting with surgical preparation, cleaning, and recovery
Maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
Restocking supplies and helping maintain inventory
Completing daily hospital tasks and ensuring the clinic is ready for the next shift
Providing compassionate, high-quality care to our patients
Supporting the entire team wherever needed
We’re looking for someone who:
Has previous veterinary experience or a strong interest in pursuing a career in veterinary medicine
Is comfortable working with dogs and cats of all sizes and personalities
Is reliable, hardworking, and able to work well in a fast-paced environment
Has strong communication and teamwork skills
Takes initiative and can recognize what needs to be done without always being asked
Is positive, professional, and willing to jump in wherever needed
Is comfortable receiving feedback and continuously learning
Why join us?
We’re a busy, supportive, and team-focused hospital that values collaboration, communication, and having a little fun along the way. We believe everyone plays an important role in creating a positive experience for our patients, clients, and each other.
We’re also proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Extensive extended health care benefits
RRSP matching
Uniform allowance
Opportunities for continued learning and professional development
A supportive, collaborative team environment
If you’re someone who loves animals, enjoys being part of a team, and wants to grow your skills in a busy veterinary hospital, we’d love to hear from you!
Position: Full-Time Technician Assistant
Location: City Centre Animal Hospital
Availability: Must be available for evenings and weekends
Wage: Flexible and based on experience and qualifications
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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