Job DescriptionPosted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Expires Friday, January 1, 2027 at 10:59 AMWe welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading our Foundational Principles on our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision and values .The BC SPCA is a energetic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. Join an expanding team in an exciting time of change in an organization that makes a difference! Please read below for additional details and let us know if you have the skills and experience we are looking for by submitting your application.If you are up for the challenge and would like to be considered for this position, we would like to hear from you. The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is looking to fill the following career opportunity:POSITION: Veterinary AssistantSTATUS: Permanent; Full-Time with benefitsLOCATION: Kamloops Spay & Neuter Clinic in Kamloops, BCCLASSIFICATION: ExemptWAGE: HourlyAbout the Position:The duties of the Veterinary Assistant position will be variable, depending on clinic needs and qualifications of the successful applicant. This position will assist regular staff and be available for vacation/sick relief.Some specific duties:Assisting the full time AHT with all aspects of anesthesia including restraint, monitoring, recovery, etc.Surgical preparation of patients including nail trims, shaving, tattooing, etc.Cleaning surgical instruments and preparing surgical packsAssisting veterinarian in surgery if necessaryRe-stocking of supplies in cabinets, drawers,



etc.Assisting to maintain cleanliness of clinic as neededDoing laundryWashing/wiping down countertopsSweeping & mopping floorsCleaning kennelsDaily clean up dutiesAssisting with discharge of surgical patientsReception duties, such as booking appointments, answering phones, patient check in/out, accepting paymentsOrdering suppliesOther duties as necessary to ensure clinic functionsQualifications you need to have:High School Diploma or equivalentCompletion of Veterinary Office Assistant program or comparable veterinary assistant experienceA sound knowledge of animals, their breeds, characteristics and common diseasesExperience handling dogs & cats in a professional setting an assetPosition is physically demanding and includes heavy lifting, pushing and pulling which requires an individual with the ability to maintain a level of fitness and endurance to fulfill the required dutiesStrong computer skills (i.E. MS Office Suite) sufficient to deal effectively with the responsibilities and functions of the positionMust possess excellent verbal, written and organizational skillsAbility to prioritize and multi-taskDemonstrated excellent telephone and customer service skillsDemonstrated ability to adapt easily to situations at handAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentPhilosophical harmony with the vision, mission and strategic directions of the BC SPCAWe are committed to a transparent, human-led hiring process. While we use technology to support application management, applications are not screened, scored, or ranked by AI systems. All hiring decisions are made by human hiring managers based on skills, experience, and alignment with the organizational values.We thank you for your interest in the BC SPCA, however; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No emails or telephone calls, please.The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BN 11881 9036 RR0001

📌 Veterinary Assistant (Kamloops)
🏢 SPCA
📍 Kamloops