Lead Veterinary Technologist, RVT, Lynn Valley Animal Hospital

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technologist to join their team in North Vancouver. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career advancement, with potential for management training and personal growth. You will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care to pets and their families, assisting in surgical procedures, and maintaining detailed patient records. Join a supportive community that values wellness and appreciation, and enjoy a range of benefits including continuing education, personal pet care discounts, and an inclusive workplace culture. If you are passionate about animal care and eager to learn, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program

Medical Library access

Paid wellness days

Paid continuing education benefits

Referral Bonus Rewards

Generous personal pet care discounts

Virtual health care access

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Completion of a Veterinary Technologist program is essential.
• Strong expertise in anesthesia is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized pets and their owners.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.

Skills

Compassionate care for animals

Surgical preparation and assistance

Detailed patient record keeping

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Expertise in anesthesia

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Passion for learning

Education

Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program

Job description

Lead Veterinary Technologist, RVT
Location: North Vancouver, BC

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 plenty of potential for future management training and growth within the role.

Responsibilities:

• Have completed a Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program.
• Surgical preparation, assisting and patient recovery.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.
• Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their pet parents.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to problem-solve or the ability to ask clarifying questions to help you find solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.
• Passion to learn more within the role.
• A love for all companion animals!
• Candidates with strong expertise and proficiency in anesthesia.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is from $30.00 to $33.00 per hour depending on experience.

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!

• 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) 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: [e-mail] for further information or click Apply Now!

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