Veterinary Technologist, RVT, Horizon Vet Group

VCA Animal Hospitals; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Calgary is seeking a Veterinary Technologist, RVT to join their team. This role offers the chance to provide compassionate care for pets while benefiting from mentorship and training opportunities. Candidates should have completed a relevant program and possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Paid wellness days

Continuing education benefits

Employee assistance program

Generous personal pet care discounts

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Referral Bonus Rewards

Access to a Medical Library

Paid membership and dues

Qualifications

• New graduates with knowledge of physical examinations and patient assessment are welcome.
• Experience in anesthesia monitoring and surgical preparation is a plus.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized patients.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Skills

Compassionate care

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage priorities

Education

Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program

Job description

Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Location: Calgary, AB

Horizon Vet Group is welcoming a Veterinary Technologist, 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!

1. Have completed a Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program. Preparing to write your VTNE? We can help!

2. 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!

3. Surgical preparation, assisting, and patient recovery.

4. Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.

5. Compassionate care for hospitalized patients and their pet parents.

6. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

7. Problem-solving skills and the ability to ask clarifying questions to find solutions.

8. Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with colleagues and pet parents.

9. Passion to learn more within the role.

10. A love for all companion animals!

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers diverse experiences, a local community feel, and a caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!

1. Career longevity with opportunities to manage your own client appointments in collaboration with VCA Canada Veterinarians.

2. VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us for details!

3. Access to a Medical Library with 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more.

4. Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!

5. RRSP Employer 5% Match Program – saving for your future made easier!

6. Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance.

7. Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time.

8. Employee assistance program.

9. Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!

10. Referral Bonus Rewards!

11. E-tools for meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus.

12. Virtual healthcare (telemedicine) for quick access to quality care.

13. Access to mini-courses.

14. Opportunities to give back through VCA initiatives.

15. Generous personal pet care discounts.

16. Additional perks like shopping discounts and wellness apps.

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