Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) - Wood Buffalo Animal Hospital

VetCare Canada Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Fort McMurray seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join their team. The ideal candidate will assist in various medical procedures, foster client relationships, and provide exceptional care to pets. This role offers competitive pay, continuing education opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Continuing education opportunities

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid professional registration dues

Staff discount program for products and services

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician or Technologist.
• Completed an accredited veterinary or animal health technology diploma program.
• Passed the VTNE or eligible to write the VTNE.

Responsibilities

• Assist the veterinarian with medical, surgical, and dental procedures.
• Build positive client relationships and provide exceptional customer service.
• Administer and monitor medicines under the veterinarian's supervision.

Skills

Client Relations

Compassion

Customer Service

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician or Technologist

2- or 3-year accredited Canadian veterinary or animal health technology diploma

Job description

Wood Buffalo Animal Hospital is located in the heart of Northern Alberta, Fort McMurray, a vibrant city where the rugged beauty of the outdoors meets a dynamic growing community offering countless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. This unique location combines the tranquility of nature with the conveniences of a modern urban lifestyle, making it an ideal place for those who value work-life balance. With over 25 years of service to the community, Wood Buffalo Animal Hospital offers a full range of veterinary services and prides itself on maintaining a warm and welcoming environment. The veterinary team is dedicated to staying at the forefront of veterinary medicine while fostering and supporting personal and professional growth. If you are an RVT looking for a new opportunity where you can work at the top of your scope, we would love to meet you.

About The Role:

Our ideal Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) builds positive client relationships by displaying genuine care and compassion towards clients and their pets, being respectful in all interactions, and providing exceptional customer service. The RVT also assists the veterinarian with medical, surgical, and dental procedures by using diagnostic equipment, preparing patients, instruments, and equipment for surgery, and administering and monitoring medicines under the veterinarian's supervision.

Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Technician or Technologist
• Successfully completed a 2- or 3-year accredited Canadian veterinary or animal health technology diploma program
• Passed the VTNE or eligible to write the VTNE
• In good standing with the Provincial Regulatory Association

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly wage
• Continuing education opportunities with access to annual conferences, seminars, and CE allowance
• Networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange with other RVTs within our practices
• Continued investments in new technologies, advanced diagnostics, and modern facilities, including digital X-ray, digital dental X-ray, and in-house lab testing
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid professional registration dues
• Staff discount program for products and services purchased at the hospital

Meet VetCare:

VetCare (vet-care.ca) is a proudly Canadian-owned operator of veterinary practices, based in Vancouver, with passionate team members across Canada. Our commitment to care is at the heart of what we do, from guiding our talented medical and operations teams, supporting practice transitions, to providing the highest quality of care to patients through our community-focused practices.