Veterinary Technologist, RVT, Island Animal Hospital

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

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Nanaimo, BC, is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technologist. This role offers the chance to utilize your skills in a supportive environment, with opportunities for growth and a commitment to compassionate care for pets and their families.

Benefits

Paid wellness days

Referral Bonus Rewards

Continuing education benefits

Generous personal pet care discounts

Medical Library access

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Qualifications

• New graduates with knowledge of physical examinations and anesthesia monitoring are welcome.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.

Responsibilities

• Surgical preparation, assistance, and patient recovery.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Skills

Compassionate care

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Veterinary Technician/Technologist program

Job description

Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Location: Nanaimo, BC

Island Animal Hospital in gorgeous Nanaimo, BC, is looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Technologist to join our team! You will have an opportunity to use your skills to their fullest potential. At VCA Canada, our RVTs are provided with the necessary tools and resources to succeed and pursue multiple passions within our hospitals. Here are the qualifications and attributes we value:

• Completion of a Veterinary Technician/Technologist or Animal Health Technician/Technologist 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 are welcome! We love growing new graduates.

• Surgical preparation, assistance, and patient recovery.

• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.

• Compassionate care for hospitalized patients and their pet parents.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

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

• Exceptional interpersonal skills for working with colleagues and pet parents.

• A passion to learn more within the role.

• A love for all companion animals!

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and make a significant 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 that you can thrive in.

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

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

• Medical Library: Access over 2000 journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more.

• Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!

• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program: Saving for your future made easier.

• Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance.

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

• Employee assistance program.

• Continuing education benefits; paid learning opportunities.

• Referral Bonus Rewards!

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

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

• Access to mini-courses.

• Opportunities to give back to the community through VCA initiatives.

• Generous personal pet care discounts.

• Additional perks like shopping discounts and wellness apps.

Contact: [e-mail] for more information or click Apply Now!

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