Veterinary Assistant for Internal Medicine Department

**Are you a Veterinary Assistant interested in ER and Internal Medicine? The Mountainside 24/7 Animal Emergency team is growing**

Under the leadership of our dedicated Medical Director, Dr. Harry Cozens, and our inspiring Hospital Director, Robyn Luscombe, Mountainside 24/7 Animal Emergency is thriving and evolving. In February 2025, we will expand into the specialty field with the addition of Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ewan Wolff. To support this exciting new chapter, we are seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant (VA) to join our growing Internal Medicine department.

Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and urbanites alike, North Vancouver, BC, is an incredible place to live and work. It’s true that our hospital offers a variety of extensive services and equipment, but it’s our people who truly make the difference. Emergency and specialty work is not for everyone, but with a patient-first philosophy, we aim to make every client and team member feel like they are part of our family. Join us if you want to be part of a rewarding and supportive work environment

**About the Job**:
As a Veterinary Assistant in our brand-new Internal Medicine service, you'll play a vital role in overseeing appointments, collaborating with other team members, and actively participating in patient assessment, diagnostics, and treatments. This is an excellent opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment, including digital radiology, endoscopy and ultrasound.

Excitingly, this is a **brand-new service** and department at Mountainside, created to support the addition of a talented new internist to our team. You'll have the unique opportunity to help shape and establish this department, contributing to its success from the very beginning.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage appointments and clients in collaboration with the Internal Medicine team.
- Assist with patient assessment, diagnostics, and treatments.
- Assist with the processing of laboratory samples.
- Monitor patients during procedure and recovery.
- Ensure all equipment is in working order for procedures.
- Maintain the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms.
- Assist with client communication including call backs, check ins, prescription refills and paperwork as able.
- Assist with estimates and chart preparation as able.

**Schedule**:

- Full-time with 4 x 10hr shifts per week

**Compensation**:

- $19.00-$24.00 per hour based on skillset and previous experience

**About You**:

- You are a confident and skilled Veterinary Assistant (VA).
- You possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills aimed at establishing long-lasting, positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community.
- You are able to work well independently and in a team environment, leading by example and holding yourself accountable for quality medicine and customer service.
- You exhibit flexibility, dependability, responsibility, and possess excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
- You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people who share that same value.

**What You Can Expect**:

- Fun perks like bringing your dog to work, healthy (and not so healthy) snacks in the staff room, team bonding events and more.
- Great health benefits package for full time staff.
- Staff discounts on pet food and services.
- Beautiful workspace, view and location that encourages a healthy lifestyle (walking trails, mountains, fresh air).
- A chance to challenge yourself and develop your skills as a leader.
- Feeling proud and passionate about your job and look forward to coming to work every day.
- Being a part of a supportive and collaborative team environment where you feel valued.

We are excited to have you come join us and be a part of our talented team while advancing your own skills and experience

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Pay: $18.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Veterinary Assistant: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person