Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Full Time
  • Ottawa

Website West Carleton Animal Hospital

West Carleton Animal Hospital

West Carleton Animal Hospital is a well-established, privately owned, small animal veterinary clinic located in Ottawa. Our clinic is dedicated to providing high-quality veterinary care to our patients and exceptional customer service to their owners. We are a multi-doctor practice with a strong focus on preventative medicine, client education and compassionate care.

We are currently looking for a reliable, conscientious, innovative and experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team!

Why work for West Carleton Animal Hospital?

* Competitive Compensation
* State-of-the-art efficiency software: Otto, Vet Snap, and AviMark
* Time for you and your loved ones with focus on work-life balance
* We believe in a practice culture centered around learning, career development, empowerment and trust.
* A positive work environment and a close-knit team!
* OAVT dues covered annually
* Uniform Allowance
* CE Allowance

What you’ll do:

– Assist veterinarians with examinations and procedures
– Perform laboratory tests, including blood work and urinalysis
– Safely monitoring anesthesia and providing post-op care
– Perform dental COHATS and radiographs
– Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
– Provide client education including: preventative care, nutrition and medication administration
– Maintain accurate medical records
– Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the clinic
– Handle client inquiries and provide exceptional customer service
– One Saturday shift per month, with compensatory time off during the workweek to balance the additional hours

As our ideal candidate, you have:

* Completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program
* Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification
* Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a veterinary clinic setting
* Exceptional communication and multitasking abilities.
* Proficiency in computer systems and veterinary software. Comprehensive knowledge of AviMark is a strong plus!
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.
* A genuine love for animals and a desire to contribute to their well-being.
* Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Reach out to Jennie Blackburn jblackburn@wcah.ca for more information.

We’re looking forward to meeting you!

Tagged as: RVT

To apply for this job email your details to jblackburn@wcah.ca

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