Veterinary Assistant, London Regional Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital

Veterinary Assistant

Location: London, ON

Compensation: $17.85 to $23.00 per hour, depending on experience

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Type: Existing position

Schedule: The shifts will typically be 8 -12 hours in length and can be daytime, overnight, and weekend shifts, including holidays.

London Regional Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospitalis currently recruiting for a dependable and outgoing Veterinary Assistantto join our team.

This full-time opportunity includes a range of responsibilities which directly contribute to the efficient and effective daily operation of the hospital. A passion for both pets and people is a must, as well as maintaining professionalism in emergencies and stressful situations. We are a progressive, fast-paced 24-hour emergency and referral hospital that strives to provide exceptional animal care. Our Veterinary Assistant team is a huge part of our highly skilled practice, and we are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.

• Caring for our patients; feeding, walking and offering a gentle voice of assurance

• Ensure animal housing or enclosure is clean, sanitary and comfortable

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients and pet parents

• Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a welcoming environment

• General housekeeping duties; laundry, stocking and maintaining pet holding areas and common areas when required

• Self-motivated, takes initiative to get the job done and willing to jump in where needed

• Willingness to learn more regarding pet nutrition, veterinary services, updated medical office procedures and assisting the veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role.

• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future.

• Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days.

• Annual CE Allowance.

• Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options.

• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance.

• Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.

• Various career development pathways.

• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.

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