Veterinary Assistant

Kamloops Large Animal Veterinary Clinic is looking for a motivated and hardworking Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team.

We are a true large animal practice focused on bovine and equine medicine. This position is ideal for someone passionate about livestock and horses who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced veterinary environment.

About the Role

The Veterinary Assistant will support our veterinarians with a variety of clinical and administrative duties both in-clinic and in the field.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with bovine and equine appointments and procedures
• Preparing equipment and treatment areas
• Animal handling and restraint
• Cleaning and maintaining clinic spaces and equipment
• Stocking supplies and assisting with inventory
• Supporting diagnostic imaging and laboratory tasks
• Client communication

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with cattle and/or horses required
• Comfortable handling large animals safely and confidently
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team environment
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a busy practice
• Valid driver’s license required
• Veterinary clinic experience is an asset but not required

Why Join Us?

• Work with bovine and equine patients
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to gain hands-on large animal veterinary experience
• Diverse and rewarding caseload in beautiful British Columbia

If you are passionate about large animal medicine and want to be part of a dedicated rural veterinary team, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.25-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kamloops, BC V2C 5Z3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Veterinary Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
• Livestock handling: 2 years (required)
• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person