Veterinary Technologist, Emergency, Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency Centre

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP 5% match

Wellness days

Continuing education benefits

Uniform allowance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

VCA Canada’s Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre is seeking an ER RVT to join our team. You will be involved in high-quality emergency medicine and have exposure to a variety of specialty cases including Dentistry, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Dermatology, Surgery and Anesthesia.

The successful candidate will be registered or eligible to register with AAAHT, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and benefit from extensive training and a supportive, teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with or eligible to register with AAAHT.
• Extensive training is provided.
• Positive attitude with excellent client and team communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency medicine care in a fast-paced environment.
• Involved in a wide range of cases across dentistry, neurology, internal medicine, radiology, dermatology, surgery and anesthesia.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Job description

Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Department: Emergency

Location: Calgary, AB

Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency (C.A.R.E.) Centre is currently welcoming an ER, RVT, to join our team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated technicians to expand their knowledge and practice very high-quality emergency medicine with a board-certified emergency and critical care specialist.

Our ER RVT's have extensive exposure and involvement in patient care for specialty patients, providing a rich variety of cases. Including Dentistry, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Dermatology, Surgery and Anesthesia.

The philosophy of the C.A.R.E. Centre is to provide exceptional patient care in a progressive and cooperative teaching environment.

The successful candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a strong desire to provide exceptional client experience. Extensive training is provided.

The schedule provides great balance, with two days on/two days off/five days on/five days off (including every other weekend off) including an ER premium. This schedule rotates monthly between days, swing and overnights (including an overnight premium). Flexibility is an asset but we work to promote great work/life balance. Applicants must be registered and be registered with or eligible to register with AAAHT.

What VCA Canada Offers

• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program - saving just got a lot easier with VCA Canada!
• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation !
• 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!

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canada.

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.