Veterinary Technician Assistant, Emergency, Central Victoria Animal Hospital
VCA Animal Hospitals
**Veterinary Technologist Assistant**
**Department:** **Emergency**
**Location: Victoria, BC**
**Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital** is looking for experienced, full-time, Veterinary Technologist Assistants to join our 24hr Emergency team!
This role works closely with our ER RVTs, DVMs and board certified specialists in a fast-paced, stimulating, world-class medical environment. The ideal candidate will have a positive teamwork-type attitude and a personality that can deliver exceptional customer service and communication skills. A veterinary assistant certificate would be an asset but is not a requirement. This position requires flexibility to work on a rotating schedule, however, it also affords a great work-life balance.
+ Assisting Veterinarians and RVTs with various tasks and treatments
+ Creating a warm and welcoming environment for our patients and pet parents
+ Providing compassionate care duties including feeding and walking patients
+ Creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients
+ General housekeeping duties; cleanliness of work area, pet holding areas and common areas
+ Client care such as reception, payments and supportive communication
+ Willingness to learn more regarding; veterinary services, updated medical office procedures and assist the Veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments
**Key attributes:**
+ Exceptional client service skills
+ Compassion and nurturing attitude
+ Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
+ Ability to adapt to changing situations
+ Efficient in carrying out assignments independently
+ Takes initiative to complete tasks throughout the day
**Schedule:** This position is full-time, with a rotating schedule.
**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!
+ Flexible schedules!
+ Competitive wages and benefits!
+ VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
+ Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship (annual process)
+ Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
+ Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks
+ Annual uniform allowance
+ RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
+ Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
+ Referral Bonus Rewards
+ 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!
Have a question? Email: Careers.canada@vca.com
VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.
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