Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is welcoming a full-time RVT to join our Internal Medicine team. This position provides an opportunity to work with top board-certified specialists and the ability to learn about cutting-edge veterinary medicine with particular emphasis on endoscopic and minimally invasive procedures.
Candidates should have advanced technical skills, exceptional client service skills, excellent communication skills, and a special interest in internal medicine.
Schedule: Work a minimum of 4 days per week with flexibility in hours (average days are 730am-5:30 pm). Offering great work-life balance!
Responsibilities
Manage appointments: Starting medical records, history taking, physical examination, medical record keeping, invoicing, prescriptions, patient discharges, etc.
Procedures: Preparation of patients, setting up equipment, perform and monitor anesthesia, assist with procedures i.e. handling instruments and performing biopsies during endoscopy, assisting with surgical or minimally invasive procedures, bone marrow aspirates, joint taps etc.
On Call: Service-specific
Inpatient care: Facilitating treatments, diagnostic work-up and monitoring of critically ill hospitalized patients
Plan, organize, and manage the daily flow of services on the internal medicine service
Communicating with clients and referring hospitals on a regular basis
Drive the VCA Canada experience and ensure our patients receive the highest quality care that they deserve.
Qualifications
Registered Veterinary Technician
Previous veterinary experience working in an active hospital in managing multiple patients is required
Ability to think critically and multi-task while working in a fast-paced, stimulating environment with challenging cases.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in performing calculations; drugs, constant rate infusions, and unit conversions.
Adaptability and patience are key. Our patients require calm team players who work well with others;
Able to contribute to a multi-disciplinary team approach
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!
Career longevity; providing you with opportunities to grow
VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP 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!
RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance
Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
Employee assistance program
Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
Referral Bonus Rewards!
E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care
Access to amazing mini-courses
Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
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!
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