Veterinary Assistant, CTVRC

4 hours ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Ethos Veterinary Health Full time

Join a Collaborative, Cutting-Edge Team at Central Toronto Veterinary and Referral & Emergency Clinic (CTVRC/EC)

Are you ready to take your passion for animal care to the next level? At CTVRC/EC, we're not just a veterinary hospital — we're a community built on compassion, teamwork, and excellence in specialty and emergency medicine. We're looking for a Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact in the lives of pets and their people.

Compensation:

  • $20–$22/hour, based on your knowledge and skill set
  • Overnight Premium: $2/hour (7pm-7am)
  • Weekend Premium: $2/hour (7am-7pm)
Anticipated Schedule:
  • Information Coming Soon
  • Potentially 10 or 12 hour shifts, overnights, weekend, occasional day shift.
What You'll Do:
As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll support our Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Emergency & Critical Care teams in delivering high-level care. You'll be an essential part of our patient care flow — whether you're preparing an ER tray, comforting a hospitalized patient, or keeping our clinic running smoothly.

Your day-to-day may include:
  • Assisting with diagnostics and procedures like Fine Needle Aspirates, Tru-Cut Biopsies, and surgical anesthetic setups
  • Providing compassionate restraint and ensuring safety for patients and team members
  • Keeping patients comfortable with clean bedding and gentle handling
  • Cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments and maintaining aseptic technique
  • Supporting surgery teams on procedures such as fracture repairs and mass removals
  • Helping maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment
What We're Looking For:
  • A high school diploma (Post-Secondary Animal Care Program preferred)
  • Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in animal care (clinic, shelter, wildlife center, etc.)
  • A calm, confident presence with strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Someone who can multitask under pressure and provide excellent client care
Why Choose CTVRC/EC?
We're proud to be a locally owned and operated specialty referral and emergency center, with services in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, and Emergency Medicine.
What Sets Us Apart:
  • Inclusive Culture: We value equity, diversity, and inclusion — and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
  • Team-Centered Environment: You'll be part of a supportive, collaborative group that genuinely enjoys working together.
  • Balanced Schedule: Our unique rotation model means consistent 10 or 12-hour shifts with built-in downtime to recharge.
Benefits & Perks:
  • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and EAP access
  • Exclusive discounts on premium pet care
  • Paid time off, provided uniforms, shift premiums, and staff appreciation events
  • Opportunities for growth and learning in a specialty setting

If you're ready to grow your career in a place where your voice is heard, your work is valued, and your compassion makes a difference — we want to hear from you

Learn more about us at

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Central Toronto Veterinary Referral & Emergency Clinic will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

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. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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