Job Description

Veterinary Assistant

Location: Cambridge, ON

Employment Type: Part-time Casual

Compensation: $17.85 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience

Position Type: Existing position

Burgess Animal Hospital is welcoming a casual, dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our amazing network of skilled veterinary professionals. This opportunity includes a range of responsibilities which directly contribute to the efficient and effective daily operation of the hospital. Your primary responsibility is to assist our veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments. The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

In this position, you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Duties will include:

• Assisting the Reception team with client communication via phone, email, and in person.

• Maintaining accurate medical records.

• Preparing the surgical suite and surgical patients.

• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.

• Providing compassionate care to all clients and patients.

• General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of reception area, pet holding areas, and common areas.

What we are looking for:

• A driven teammate with a positive, compassionate, and nurturing attitude.

• Eagerness to continue learning and growing; at Kortright Animal Hospital, we strive to become innovative leaders within the Veterinary industry! Setting new benchmarks for patient care, client and staff experience.

• Exceptional client service skills.

• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and adapt to changing situations.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.

• Strong ability to problem-solve or the ability to ask clarifying questions to help you find solutions.

• Initiative and the ability to work independently as well as in a team.

What VCA Canada Offers

• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!

• Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship (annual process)

• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!

• Referral Bonus Rewards

• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

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.

VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

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