Veterinary Technologist, Emergency, Guardian Veterinary Centre

VCA Animal Hospitals; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care organization in Edmonton is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to join their emergency team. This role offers an opportunity to grow, with a positive mentorship environment for new graduates. Key responsibilities include surgical preparation, patient recovery, and compassionate care. The company provides excellent benefits such as RRSP matching, paid wellness days, and opportunities for continuing education.

Benefits

Paid wellness days

Paid vacation time

Continuing education benefits

Referral Bonus Rewards

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Completed Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program.
• Compassionate care for hospitalized patients and their pet parents.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Join our emergency team of skilled veterinary professionals.
• Perform surgical preparation and assist in patient recovery.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records.

Skills

Veterinary Experience

Animal Care

Communication skills

Veterinary Technician Experience

Vital Signs Experience

Animal Handling

Venipuncture Experience

Education

Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program

Job description

Veterinary Technologist RVT

Department : Emergency

Location : Edmonton AB

Want to do cool stuff and save animals!

Guardian Veterinary Centre is welcoming Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVT) to join our emergency team of skilled veterinary professionals. While our network is large we still offer that local community feeling mentorship and additional training!

Have completed a Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program.

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 you can thrive in : We have the right fit for you!

RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada

Paid membership and dues

Paid wellness days

Paid sick days

Paid 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

A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!

Access to amazing mini-courses

Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

Annual uniform allowance

Generous personal pet care discounts

And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

Email : for further information or click Apply Now!

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Key Skills

Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Communication skills,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Vital Signs Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Experience Administering Injections,Catheterization,Medication Administration,Venipuncture Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1