Lead Veterinary Technologist, RVT, Lynn Valley Animal Hospital

VCA Canada; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join VCA Canada as a Lead Veterinary Technologist RVT at Lynn Valley Animal Hospital. This role offers an opportunity for career advancement with management training potential. Embrace a community focused on wellness and appreciation, while making a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Student Loan RRSP Program

Access to medical library

Employer RRSP 5% match program

Paid memberships and uniform allowance

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus rewards

Wellness days and sick days

Vacation

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in surgical preparation, assisting, and patient recovery.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.
• Passion for learning and love for companion animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Keep detailed patient records and provide compassionate care.
• Manage multiple priorities and support colleagues effectively.

Skills

Compassionate care

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong proficiency in anesthesia

Education

Completion of a Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program

Job description

Lynn Valley Animal Hospital is welcoming a Lead Veterinary Technologist RVT to join our team of skilled veterinary professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to advance their career, with potential for management training and growth within the role.

Requirements include:

• Completion of a Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program.
• Experience in surgical preparation, assisting, and patient recovery.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.
• Compassionate care for hospitalized patients and pet parents.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to ask clarifying questions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for working with colleagues and pet parents.
• Passion for learning and a love for all companion animals.
• Strong proficiency in anesthesia is preferred.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is from $ to $ per hour, depending on experience.

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families! Our extensive network across Canada provides diverse experiences, a welcoming community, and a culture of Wellness and Appreciation. Thrive with us!

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us for details!
• Access to a comprehensive medical library with journals and textbooks.
• Advanced radiology and mobilization tools.
• Employer RRSP 5% match program.
• Paid memberships, dues, uniform allowance, wellness days, sick days, and vacation.
• Employee assistance program and continuing education benefits.
• Referral bonus rewards.
• Wellness apps and virtual healthcare services.
• Mini-courses and community involvement opportunities.
• Additional perks like shopping discounts and wellness apps.