Veterinary Technician, RVT, Port Colborne Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Port Colborne; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary healthcare provider in Port Colborne is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician, RVT. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where new grads are welcomed. Responsibilities include patient care, assisting in surgeries, and maintaining detailed records. The position provides excellent benefits including a student loan program, wellness days, and continuing education opportunities. Candidates should have completed a Veterinary Technician program and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Paid membership and dues

Paid wellness days

Continuing education benefits

Generous pet care discounts

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Completed a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program.
• New graduates welcome with knowledge of physical exams and catheter placement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and have exceptional interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in their recovery.
• Manage detailed patient records and provide compassionate care.
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians and colleagues.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of physical examinations

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program

Job description

Veterinary Technician, RVT Location: Port Colborne, ON Employment Type: Full-time New Grads Welcome!

Port Colborne Animal Hospital is welcoming a Veterinary Technician, RVT to join our team of skilled veterinary professionals. While our network is large, we still offer that local community feeling, mentorship, and additional training!

Responsibilities

• Have completed a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program. Preparing to write your VTNE? We can help!
• New graduates with knowledge of physical examinations, patient assessment, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy - welcome to apply! We love growing new graduates!
• 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!!

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 of Wellness and Appreciation! you can thrive in!

• Career longevity providing you with the opportunity to manage your own client appointments in collaboration with VCA Canada Veterinarians
• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!
• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance
• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
• 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
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

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