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Canada West Veterinary Specialists

Canada West Veterinary Specialists Employee Review

Overworked and underpaid

Veterinary Assistant (Former Employee) - British Columbia - 13 June 2023

The animals are not getting the care they need because of lack of staff or over worked staff caring for high intensity cases. The pay is minimal, not enough for a single person to advance in life. Your mental health will deplete working there. Coworkers will talk down to you if you make mistakes. There is no accountability for people’s bad attitudes. You must advocate for yourself because you will be pushed to the absolute edge. Never have I disliked a job as much as this one and it’s sickening how much advantage this place will take of animal lovers. SO overpriced for clients.

Pros

Caring for animals who need it

Cons

Long hours, low pay and high work load

Ratings by category

1.0 out of 5 stars for Work/Life Balance

1.0 out of 5 stars for Salary/Benefits

2.0 out of 5 stars for Job security/advancement

1.0 out of 5 stars for Management

2.0 out of 5 stars for Culture

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Assistant (Current Employee) - Vancouver, BC - 28 November 2023

Working as a Patient Care Assistant has been a rewarding and fulfilling experience. The role provided a vital opportunity to directly impact patients' lives by offering compassionate care and support.

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Opportunity to learn and develop skills

Registered Veterinary Technician (Current Employee) - Vancouver, BC - 3 November 2023

The opportunity to grow and develop is endless for individuals that are motivated and show interest in learning. Despite individuals backgrounds, beliefs, etc., it is inspiring to see the team pull together even during challenging times to support each other, and strive to provide exceptional patient care. Due to the nature of the medicine practiced here and the 24/7 work hours, it can be challenging work, but the rewards of being involved in provided such a level of care can be tremendous. Each day is different, which I enjoy.

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Terrible place to work

Veterinary Technician (Former Employee) - Vancouver, BC - 18 September 2023

If you love the veterinary profession don't come here. It's like working in a highschool with a large bully environment and management turns a blind eye. No trust, unclean, very understaffed and underappreciated. No time off am expected to stay late and harassed for overtime a lot.