Veterinary Technician, RVT, Eastside Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary network in Hamilton is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join their compassionate team. Responsibilities include surgical prep, patient recovery, and maintaining accurate records while providing exceptional care. They offer an inclusive workplace culture, career development, and various wellness perks. Ideal candidates have a passion for learning and love for companion animals.

Benefits

Employer match (5%) group RRSP plan

Access to mini-courses

Wellness days and vacation time

Continuing education benefits

Referral Bonus Rewards

Annual uniform allowance

Generous personal pet care discounts

Shopping discounts and wellness apps

Qualifications

• Completion of a Veterinary Technician program or eligibility to register.
• Compassionate care for hospitalized patients and pet parents.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with colleagues and pet parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Keep detailed and accurate patient records.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Skills

Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program

Surgical preparation and patient recovery

Detailed record-keeping

Compassionate patient care

Multi-tasking abilities

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Passion for learning

Love for companion animals

Education

Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program

Job description

Veterinary Technician, RVT

Location: Stoney Creek, ON

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 or eligible to register

• 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!!

About Us:

With over 20 years in Stoney Creek, ON., VCA Canada Eastside Animal Hospital has a compassionate team, who is proud to support our community outreach programs throughout the year! Our latest location is two-story, bright location, and we are growing with the support of our loyal clientele. We are an AAHA accredited and cat-friendly hospital, with experienced DVM’s and full support staff and the necessary equipment to provide the best care for life’s greatest companions. Come for a visit and see for yourself what we are all about!!

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!

• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation !

• 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!

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VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

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