RVT, Ophthalmology, Maternity Leave Contract, Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency Centre

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency (C.A.R.E.) Centre is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technologist to join the Ophthalmology service in Calgary, AB on a full-time maternity leave contract.

The successful candidate will provide compassionate, high‑quality care within a busy referral hospital, handle ERG/IOP procedures, blood collection, and precise record‑keeping while supporting a strong interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with AHT and be eligible for AAAHT/ABVMA in Alberta.
• Experience performing ERG and IOPs; blood collection and sample processing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to work in a busy, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Start appointments and manage scheduling for ophthalmology cases.
• Perform ERG and IOP measurements; collect and process blood samples; maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with anesthesia duties and daily patient admission/discharge for surgeries; respond to messages and coordinate care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Technologist credential

ABVMA/AHT registration eligible

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technologist

Location: Calgary, AB

Department: Ophthalmology

Employment Type: Full Time Maternity Leave Contract

The Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency (C.A.R.E.) Centre is currently welcoming a full-time, Ophthalmology Register Veterinary Technologist to join our very busy service.

The C.A.R.E. Centre is a fully functioning referral hospital, with board certified specialists in a wide range of referral services including: internal medicine, critical care, surgery, radiology, oncology, ophthalmology, neurology, cardiology, dermatology, emergency and dentistry/oral surgery. The C.A.R.E Centre is committed to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by providing the highest level of animal emergency and referral care.

The successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and be compassionate with the ability to adapt to the needs of their clients. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work well within a highly functioning team. There is a very significant portion of client communication including getting updates, booking all appointment, admitting/discharging for surgery and answering all messages. Anesthesia with mechanical ventilator and paralytic medication is common practice and will need to be performed almost daily. Other responsibilities include (but are not limited to): starting appointments, performing ERG and IOP’s, collection and running of blood samples, as well as maintaining timely and accurate patient records.

Schedule: The schedule for this position will be a 4 x10.5 hour shift over the Tuesday- Friday period. Additional after-hours anesthesia duties are required. Applicants must be registered with AHT and be eligible for registration with AAAHT/ABVMA in Alberta. ABVMA registration must be complete by the first day of employment.

What VCA Canada Offers

• RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada

• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!

• 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

• 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

• 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!