Critical Care Veterinary Assistant

1 month ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada VCA Full time

Critical Care Veterinary Assistant

The Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre (CARE Centre) is seeking a full-time Critical Care Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated and dynamic pet healthcare team.

The primary role of the Critical Care Veterinary Assistant is to assist veterinarians and animal health technicians with daily tasks and patient care, including feeding, walking, and general cleanliness of patients and their housing.

  • Perform proper restraint techniques when assisting veterinarians and animal health technicians assess and treat patients.
  • Assist veterinarians and animal health technicians while they collect samples, take radiographs, and perform ultrasounds.
  • Communicate with clients regarding daily updates on their pet's condition and provide financial updates.
  • Provide physical and emotional support for patients.
  • Maintain the hospital treatment areas and ensure general cleanliness.
  • Perform other duties as needed for general maintenance of the ICU and hospital.

The ideal candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, and possess strong organizational skills. The ability to multitask is essential in our fast-paced environment, and strong interpersonal skills are necessary to thrive in our team-based environment.

Schedule: This role requires a 40-hour workweek on 12-hour rotating shifts, 7 days a week, including weekdays, weekends, and overnights.

What VCA Offers:

  • Competitive wages and benefits.
  • A caring culture of wellness and appreciation.
  • Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship.
  • Annual uniform allowance.
  • Exceptional career development opportunities.
  • Referral bonus rewards.
  • Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives.
  • Generous personal pet care discounts.


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