At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist veterinarians in providing top-notch care for pets and maintain a clean, safe environment.
- Company: Join Guardian Veterinary Centre, a fun and compassionate team dedicated to pet health.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, paid time off, and mental health support.
- Other info: Enjoy generous pet care discounts and various career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of pets while growing your career in veterinary medicine.
- Qualifications: Compassionate attitude and ability to handle stressful situations; experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 $ per year.
Veterinary Assistant, Specialty
Guardian Veterinary Centre is seeking a Full-Time Technologist Assistant to join our fun and motivated team of professional pet health caregivers.
Schedule: This will consist of a 30-hour work week with 3 x 10-hour shifts.
The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care.
In this position, you will be supporting our Doctors and Technologist teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our patients.
Veterinary experience or certificate would be an asset to this role.
What you need
- Compassion and nurturing attitude providing care to patients
- Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations
- Initiative in carrying out assignments independently
Duties will include
- Assisting Veterinarians and Technologists with various tasks and treatment of pet patients
- Processing and sterilization of surgical instruments
- General hospital maintenance including cleaning kennels and OR spaces
- Patient handling and restraint
- Aiding with diagnostic imaging
- Working closely with the Specialty team to support patient care in the Surgery Department
- 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.
Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work Certification Canada.
Veterinary Assistant employer: VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc
VCA Canada Animal Hospitals in Calgary is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the veterinary field. With a strong emphasis on employee growth opportunities, you will have access to professional development resources and a supportive team environment that encourages creativity and strategic thinking. The hybrid work model allows for flexibility while being part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing partner and e-commerce initiatives.
