Veterinary Technician, Emergency

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 and critical care services in our state-of-the-art facility. As a member of the ER team, you will work alongside specialized technicians and Veterinarians.

Schedule: Hours of work vary from 8 to 12 hours in length, including days, evenings, weekends and overnights. This position reports directly to the Technical Resource Manager - Emergency

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Radiology
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients

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
• VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program – Ask us more!
• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• 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!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person