Veterinary Technician Assistant, Western Veterinary

3 weeks ago


Calgary, Canada VCA Animal Hospitals Full time

**VCA Canada Western Veterinary Specialist and Emergency Centre** is seeking an experienced Technician Assistant to join our fun and motivated team of professional pet health caregivers. This is a full time position with a rotating shift schedule so flexibility is required to work weekends/weekdays/evenings/overnights/holidays.

In this position you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Veterinary experience or certificate would be an asset to this role.

**What you need**:

- Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty
- Compassion and nurturing attitude providing care to clients and patients
- Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations
- Initiative in carrying out assignments independently

**Duties will include**:

- Assisting Veterinarians and Technicians with various tasks and treatment of pet patients
- Providing compassionate care duties including feeding and walking patients
- General hospital maintenance including cleaning kennels
- Patient handling and restraint
- Running lab-work and aiding with diagnostic imaging
- Working closely with the ER team to support patient care in the ICU

**About Us**

Western strives to provide our employees with a respectful, educational, productive, fun and collaborative work environment where the primary goal is to provide world-class veterinary services and patient care. We offer a dynamic team environment, encompassing specialty and emergency services, in a state of the art facility.

**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 5 % Match Program - saving for your future just got easier
- A caring culture of **_Wellness and Appreciation_**
- Competitive wages and benefits
- Annual uniform allowance
- Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here
- Referral Bonus Rewards
- Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
- 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._
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