Rvt, Ophthalmology

**Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital **in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada is welcoming a full-time** **Registered Veterinary Technician** **to join our dedicated pet health care team in the **Ophthalmology Department.**

Come work and play in one of the most beautiful cities in the world Victoria enjoys the mildest climate of any city in Canada, and boasts the rugged, natural beauty of the Pacific coast.

Join us in providing state of the art veterinary care in our brand new 20,000 sq. Ft. facility. This hospital is well equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, CT and MRI imaging, radiation therapy, an on-site diagnostic laboratory, and advanced monitoring equipment.

If you are seeking an opportunity to be a part of a **new and growing referral hospital **and would like to work with a dedicated and motivated team to bring this new vision to life on Vancouver Island, we would love to talk to you. As the first large Veterinary Referral Hospital on Vancouver Island, this is an amazing opportunity to be an integral part of creating the principal center for veterinary care in Victoria and Vancouver Island in general.

Currently, our team includes 24-hour emergency and critical care, as well as specialists in Dermatology, Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Neurology, and Rehabilitation. This summer we welcome Surgery with Internal Medicine joining us in September.

Our hospital culture fosters **teamwork and collaboration**, enabling us to provide optimal patient care within a collegial work environment. As we grow our hospital and team, we strive to provide an exceptional service to our clients, referring veterinarians and our community.
- Assisting with appointments,
- Client communications,
- Computer work; data entry, scheduling,
- Routine technical skills: venipuncture, IV catheter placement, running anesthesia during ophthalmic procedures, animal restraint, filling prescriptions.
- Applicants should be proficient in anesthetizing patients and knowledge of ventilator use is an asset, although training will be provided
- 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
- 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._