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Veterinary Technician Assistant

@ NVA Canada

Airdrie, Alberta

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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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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceRetirement plan
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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

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Scheduleevening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Perks mentionedRetirement 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.

FieldValue
IndustryVeterinary Services
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
HeadquartersOakville, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Open jobs on Jobsy226
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Job description

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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