Veterinary Technician, Eastside Animal Hospital

VCA Canada; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary services provider is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician in Stoney Creek, ON. This full-time role involves surgical preparation, patient care, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will have completed a Veterinary Technician program and possess strong interpersonal skills. Join a caring community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Employer match group RRSP plan

Wellness days and vacation time

Continuing education benefits

Generous personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Completed a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program and eligible to register.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records.
• Provide compassionate care to hospitalized pets.
• Manage multiple priorities effectively.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program

Job description

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION

Veterinary Technician, RVT  — Location: Stoney Creek, ON. Employment Type: Full Time. Eastside Animal Hospital, nestled in Stoney Creek, ON, is welcoming a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our amazing network of skilled veterinary professionals. While our network is large, we still offer that local community feeling, mentorship, and additional training!

Completed a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program. Eligible to register.

Responsibilities

• Surgical preparation, assisting and patient recovery
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records
• Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their pet parents
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to problem-solve or the ability to ask clarifying questions to help you find solutions
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents
• Passion to learn more within the role
• A love for all companion animals!!

Qualifications

• Completed a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program. Eligible to register.

About Us

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
• A caring culture
• Employer match (5%) group RRSP plan - Planning for your future just got easier with VCA Canada!
• Access to amazing mini-courses
• Membership and dues
• 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
• Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives
• Annual uniform allowance
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!