Veterinary Assistant, ICU, Alta Vista Animal Hospital

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

Job summary

A veterinary care provider is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant for their ICU/Treatment unit in Ottawa, ON. Candidates will be responsible for assessing and caring for ill patients, administering treatments, and assisting in clinical procedures. Ideal applicants should possess strong English communication skills and the ability to manage stressful situations. This role offers competitive wages, flexible schedules, and an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Student Loan RRSP Program

Medical Library access

Flexible schedules

Competitive wages and benefits

Annual uniform allowance

Career development opportunities

Referral Bonus Rewards

Personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Fluent in English for effective communication.
• Physical capability to lift heavy weights as required.
• Excellent management skills for handling multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and care of ill patients.
• Administering treatments and medications.
• Assisting with laboratory work and X-rays.

Skills

Fluent in English (Reading, Writing and Oral)

Able to lift to 25 kg

Excellent time management skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Proven organization and decision-making skills

Exhibits a positive attitude

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Assistant, ICU/Treatment, is a full-time position. Location: Ottawa, ON. We offer 24-hour emergency and critical care services in our critical care unit at the Alta Vista Animal Hospital facility. We have a number of board-certified specialists on staff providing services such as cardiac care, specialized surgical procedures, cancer care, and ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

• Assessment, triage, and care of ill patients

• Hourly treatments including feeding, administering medications, assessing pain/status, restraint, and lifting;

• Assisting with anesthetics, X-rays, and laboratory work;

• Stocking, cleaning, and maintenance of treatment areas;

• Provide lunch/dinner/break coverage for various departments;

• Math calculations

• Client updates

Qualifications & Skills

• Fluent in English (Reading, Writing and Oral)

• Able to lift to 25 kg

• Excellent time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks/ projects

• Ability to maintain composure in stressful and emergencies situations

• Proven ability to organize, take initiative, work independently, exhibit decision-making skills and exercise good judgment

• Exhibits a positive attitude and uses courtesy, diplomacy and discretion; and,

• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality.

What VCA Canada Offers

• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!

• Flexible schedules!

• Competitive wages and benefits!

• Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship (annual process)

• Annual uniform allowance

• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!

• Referral Bonus Rewards

• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

• Generous personal pet care discounts

• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

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