Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
1 day ago
Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT, Surgery, Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital
Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVTDepartment: SurgeryLocation: Victoria, BC

Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital is welcoming an experienced  Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT to join our Surgery Department!  

This role will work closely with our surgery team, including TWO board-certified surgeons, to provide excellent care to patients requiring this service. The successful candidate will possess exceptional patient care and technical skills (including anesthesia).

You will have opportunities to expand your learning through extensive exposure and involvement in cases with various degrees of complexity; you will also have a board-certified anesthesiologist available to weigh in on protocols and procedures.  Previous experience in a specialty surgery role would be an asset but is not required


Schedule: This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) for a maternity leave (1 year) beginning late April 2025. Shifts are 10 hours, 4 days per week.  

Additional qualifications and attributes you must embrace to be successful in this role:  

Registered Veterinary Technician or eligible to register  

Perform clinical procedures; Venipuncture, Catheter placement, radiology, surgical prep, anesthesia monitoring and patient assessment  

Willing to enhance technical skills; anesthesia, mechanical ventilators  

Ability to thrive in a steady and often fast-paced environment  

Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents  

Proven ability to keep accurate patient records  

·Strong ability to problem-solve  

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 of Wellness and Appreciation! you can thrive in!

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Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!

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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 focu    

Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering 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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