Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery and Anesthesia, Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Toronto is looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to join their Anesthesia and Surgery Team. The role involves assisting with surgeries, managing client communications, and ensuring the highest standards of animal care. Applicants must be registered technicians, possess strong organizational skills, and excel at multitasking. VCA Canada offers an inclusive work culture and numerous benefits to support employee wellness and growth.

Benefits

RRSP Employer Group Match Program

Paid wellness days and vacation time

Continuing education benefits

Access to virtual health care

Generous pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician/Technologist certification is required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Must possess the ability to multitask effectively and provide exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Assist and perform anesthesia for patients across multiple services within the hospital.
• Keep accurate medical records and manage client communications.
• Work closely with assigned Surgeon on appointments and surgical procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Exceptional client service

Calm under pressure

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician/Technologist

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT Department: Surgery and Anesthesia Location: Scarborough, ON (GTA)

Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital (TVEH) is a large 24-hour emergency and referral hospital located in Scarborough, ON, and we are welcoming a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT to join our Anesthesia and Surgery Team. While our network is large, we still offer that local community feeling, mentorship, and additional training!

• Work with their assigned Surgeon on appointments & surgical procedures
• Excellent customer service skills, a positive attitude and the ability to put pets and pet parents at ease
• Keep accurate medical records, answering messages and client communications
• Prepare medications, estimates, and billing
• Assist and perform anesthesia for patients across multiple services within the hospital
• Technical skills: physical examinations, patient assessment, venipuncture, catheter placement, peripheral nerve blocks, epidurals, arterial catheters and orthopedic radiographs.
• Review patient history, prepare flow sheets, and anesthetic protocols
• Coordinate with other departments as needed
• Obtain and prepare lab samples
• Patient management & care
• Willingness to learn and take on additional duties as needed

Key Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Technician/Technologist
• Attention to detail
• High level of accuracy
• Dedication to providing the best patient experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multitask with good time management skills
• Exceptional client service
• Compassion, Attentiveness & the ability to adapt to changing environments
• Ability to remain calm and work under pressure and emergencies
• Has a positive attitude and supports a collaborative environment

What VCA Canada Offers!

• RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada
• Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks
• Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!
• Paid membership and dues
• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• E mployee assistance program
• Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
• Access to amazing mini-courses
• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
• Annual uniform allowance
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

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