Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT

Location: Calgary, AB

Department: ER/ICU

Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time, Casual and Overnight

Compensation: $25.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills.

Schedule: Flexible schedule, ask us more! Shift Premium for overnights!

Relocation Allowance and Support Available!

Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is a state-of-the-art veterinary emergency and referral hospital, providing expert care and treatment around the clock. We are expanding our team and are welcoming Registered Veterinary Technicians who want to expand their skills, grow professionally, and be part of an amazing collaborative team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and want to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families, we want to hear from you! As a specialized Registered Veterinary Technician, you will perform the following key responsibilities:

• Provide advanced care for 7 to 10 critically ill and injured patients on average per shift

• Assist with emergency resuscitation, trauma stabilization and critical care management

• Prepare patients for anesthesia and surgical procedures, monitoring vitals throughout

• Assist or perform diagnostic testing, lab work and imaging

• Maintain and prepare medical equipment, medications and supplies

• Collaborate closely with a skilled team of specialists and technicians to ensure seamless patient care

• Participate in ongoing professional development

• Contribute to mentoring and training junior team members

Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Technician credential

• Open to new graduates; experience in emergency and specialty services is an asset

• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to client care

• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary medical team

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of patient care

What We Can Offer You!

• RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada

• Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks

• 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!

• 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!

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