Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery, Mississauga Oakville Veterinary Emergency and Referr[...]

VCA Animal Hospitals; Oakville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary healthcare network in Oakville, Ontario is looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join their surgical team. Candidates should possess the ability to perform various clinical procedures and demonstrate strong customer service skills. This position offers training, a positive work environment, and opportunities for career advancement with excellent perks including paid education benefits and a caring culture. If you are passionate about animal care, consider applying today!

Benefits

RRSP Employer Group Match Program

Paid membership and dues

Paid wellness days

Paid sick days

Paid vacation time

Employee assistance program

Continuing education benefits

Referral Bonus Rewards

Annual uniform allowance

Generous personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT or eligible to register.
• Confident team player who can also work independently.
• Ability to perform various clinical procedures.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate patient files.
• Excellent customer service skills to create a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of clinical procedures including venipuncture, catheter placement.
• Assist in surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Work with and learn from other Surgery RVTs and Veterinary Specialists.

Skills

Clinical procedures

Customer service skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT Department: Surgery Location: Oakville, Ontario Employment Type: Full Time Job Status: Existing Compensation: $25.00 to $38.00, depending on experience and skills.

Mississauga-Oakville Emergency Hospital is currently welcoming a dedicated full-time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our established network of highly skilled professionals. Our small animal surgical team has excellent knowledge to share with you and will train you on our up-to-date surgical and diagnostic equipment. While previous experience in a Veterinary Hospital is an asset, our RVTs are given the necessary tools and resources to help succeed in this role.

• Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT or eligible to register
• Confident team player who can also work independently when required
• Ability to perform a variety of clinical procedures, including (not limited to): Venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, in-house lab work, patient assessment, anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation, assistance and patient recovery
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to keep accurate and detailed patient files
• Willing to further enhance technical skills and expertise, including performing advanced anesthesia, CRI delivery and more.
• Ability to thrive in a steady and often fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a welcoming environment
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a positive attitude in working with your colleagues and pet parents
• Strong ability to problem-solve

Our Surgery RVTs have the opportunity to work with and learn from other Surgery RVTs, ACAs as well as our board-certified Veterinary Surgeons, Anesthesiologists and other specialists. If you want to expand your knowledge and skills, joining the MOVEH team would be a great opportunity for career advancement.

Schedule:

This full-time position will include some Saturdays.

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 you can thrive in: We have the right fit for you!

• RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada
• Paid membership and dues
• Paid wellness days
• Paid sick days
• Paid vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
• Referral Bonus Rewards!
• 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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