RVT, Emergency Department – Alta Vista Animal Hospital

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Caring for Life's Greatest Companions

Department: Emergency
Location: Ottawa, ON
SIGNING BONUS!!
New grads welcome!
Alta Vista Animal Hospital is welcoming a Registered Veterinary Technologist/Technician, RVT to join our team of skilled veterinary professionals. While our network is large, we still offer that local community feeling, mentorship, and additional training! If you love a fast-paced, action-packed shift and are looking for more variety during your day, then Alta Vista Animal Hospital, ER is the place for you! We offer 24-hour emergency services in our state-of-the-art facility. This position reports directly to the Technical Resource Manager – ER and Treatment departments.

 

Schedule: Hours of work vary from 10 to 12 hours in length, including days, evenings, weekends and overnights.

 

  • Have completed a Veterinary Technician  program. Preparing to write your VTNE?  We can help!
  • New graduates with knowledge of physical examinations, patient assessment, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy – welcome to apply!  We love growing new graduates!
  • Surgical preparation, assisting and patient recovery.
  • Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.
  • Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their pet parents
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong problem-solving aptitude, including the ability to ask clarifying questions to facilitate effective solution-finding
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.
  • Passion to learn more within the role.
  • A love for all companion animals!!

 

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in: We have the right fit for you!

  •  RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada
  • Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
  • VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program – Ask us more!
  • Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!
  • Paid membership and dues
  • Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
  • Employee assistance program
  • Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
  • Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
  • Referral Bonus Rewards!
  • E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
  • Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
  • A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
  • Access to amazing mini-courses
  • Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
  • Annual uniform allowance
  • Generous personal pet care discounts
  • And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

 

Email:  careers.canada@vca.com for further information or click Apply Now!

 

 

 

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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