Registered Veterinary Technician ICU, Alta Vista Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician to join their Intensive Care Unit team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside board-certified specialists, gaining invaluable experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for companion animals and a commitment to providing compassionate care. With exciting growth on the horizon, including a new state-of-the-art Veterinary Centre, this is a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their families. Join a team that values wellness, appreciation, and career longevity!

Benefits

Career Longevity Opportunities

Student Loan RRSP Program

Access to Medical Library

Paid Membership and Dues

Paid Wellness Days

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing Education Benefits

Referral Bonus Rewards

Generous Pet Care Discounts

Virtual Healthcare Access

Qualifications

• Completed a Veterinary Technician program.
• Knowledge of surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized patients.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records.
• Support board-certified specialists in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Veterinary Technician Program

Surgical Preparation

Patient Recovery

Record Keeping

Compassionate Care

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Multi-tasking

Passion for Animals

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician, ICU

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Department: Intensive Care Unit ICU

Schedule: Full-time. Shifts are designed to provide flexibility and variety, with durations ranging from 10 to 12 hours. The schedule includes a mix of daytime, evening, and overnight shifts, rotating regularly to ensure a balanced workload to accommodate the needs of the team.

Alta Vista Animal Hospital is excited to welcome a dedicated Veterinary Technician (RVT) to our team of skilled veterinary professionals. In this role, you will work alongside and support our board-certified specialists, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in a collaborative environment. While our network is large, we still offer that local community feeling, mentorship, and additional training!

In Fall 2025, we will be expanding to a brand new state-of-the-art Veterinary Centre! Join our team and be part of this exciting growth!

Our ICU team members are the backbone of patient care, ensuring all hospitalized patients receive compassionate and dedicated care during their stay.

Our ideal candidate:

• Has completed a Veterinary Technician program.
• Knowledge of surgical preparation, assisting, and patient recovery.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.
• Provides compassionate care for hospitalized patients and pet parents.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including asking clarifying questions for effective solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to work well with 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 make a difference in the lives of pets and their families! Our extensive network across Canada offers diverse experiences, a community feel, and a culture of wellness and appreciation.

• Career longevity with opportunities to manage your own client appointments in collaboration with VCA Canada Veterinarians.
• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us for details!
• Access to a Medical Library with over 2000 journals and 600 textbooks.
• Innovative tools like mobilization and hands-free radiology.
• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program to help you save for the future.
• 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 and community involvement opportunities.
• Generous pet care discounts and other perks like shopping discounts and wellness apps.

About us: Our Critical Care team cares for patients from ER, GP, and specialty departments. Our board-certified specialists provide care in surgery, cardiology, oncology, critical care, dermatology, internal medicine, and dentistry, with access to MRI, fluoroscopy, and CT diagnostics. We are a dedicated team of 160 staff, including 30 veterinarians, committed to excellence in veterinary medicine.

Connect with us: [e-mail] for more information or to apply today!

VCA Canada is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Please let us know if you need assistance.

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