Registered Veterinary Technician, Chester Basin Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Chester Basin; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation and signing bonus

Paid wellness days and vacation time

Continuing education benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A veterinary care organization in Chester Basin, NS seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician to assist in surgical preparation and ensure patient safety. Offering flexible schedules and a relocation bonus, this role suits new graduates with a passion for animal care. Join a collaborative team dedicated to comprehensive health care without on-call or overnight duties.

Qualifications

• Eligible to register as a Veterinary Technician.
• New graduates welcome with relevant knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Monitor anesthesia and ensure patient safety.
• Maintain detailed patient records.
• Exhibit compassion for hospitalized patients.

Skills

Patient assessment

Anesthesia monitoring

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Veterinary Technician program

Job description

Overview

Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT, Chester Basin Animal Hospital – Chester Basin, NS. Full-time or part-time positions available. Relocation and signing bonus offered.

Responsibilities

• Surgical preparation, assistance and patient recovery
• Anesthesia monitoring and patient safety
• Radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy duties
• Keep detailed and accurate patient records
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized patients and their owners
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Problem-solving and the ability to ask clarifying questions to find solutions
• Exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills with colleagues and pet parents
• Demonstrate a passion to learn and grow within the role
• Share a love for all companion animals

Qualifications

• Have completed a Veterinary Technician program; eligible to register
• New graduates welcome; knowledge of physical exams, patient assessment, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy

What VCA Canada Offers

• Relocation and signing bonus
• Flexible schedules: full-time or part-time
• RRSP Employer Group Match Program
• Paid membership and dues
• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• Continuing education benefits
• Career development opportunities
• Referral bonus rewards
• Digital tools for well-being and virtual health care
• Uniform allowance and pet care discounts
• Additional perks such as shopping discounts

About us

Chester Basin Animal Hospital is a well-established small animal hospital on Nova Scotia's South Shore. Our clinic focuses on education and individually tailored health care. Our hospital has no on-call, no overnights, no Sundays, and no holiday schedules. We value a collaborative culture focused on improving work life.

How to apply

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