Veterinary Technician, General Practice, Alta Vista Animal Hospital

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Canada VCA Full time

Veterinary Technician, General PracticeLocation: Ottawa, ONAlta Vista Animal Hospital is welcoming a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our established General Practice team.Why We Need YouYou’ve worked hard for your credentialing, and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:Please note: we offer coaching and training on the following skills for new graduates who need a little more experience :)VenipunctureCatheter placementRadiologyAnesthesia monitoringPhysical examinations, patient assessment and triageSurgical preparation, monitoring, recovery and assistingLaboratory workPharmacyClient EducationCompassionate care for our hospitalized patientsQualificationsSuccessful completion of a Veterinary Technician program New Graduates welcomedExperienced RVT's welcomeRVT's looking for a change and who want to learnFluent in English (reading, writing and oral), bilingualism is considered an asset Able to support up to 50mg and lift up to 25kg Stellar client service skills Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations Time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks / projects at once Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills Proven ability to organize, take initiative, work independently, exercise good judgment Decision-making and critical thinking skills Ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships with professionalism and integrity A positive attitude and use of courtesy, diplomacy and discretion to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality What VCA Canada OffersJoin 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 youA caring culture of Wellness and AppreciationAccess to amazing mini-coursesCompetitive wages and shift premiumsMembership and dues are paid yearlyWellness days, sick days, and vacation timeRRSP opportunitiesContinuing education benefits: paid to learnE-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focusVirtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality careExceptional career development: there is room to grow hereReferral Bonus RewardsOpportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiativesAnnual uniform allowanceGenerous personal pet care discountsextra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness appsAnd best of all, you will get to work alongside and learn from board certified and renowned veterinarians and specialized technicians and some of the most brilliant support staff in the industry allowing lots of opportunity for learning and advancement within your field.Email: for further information or click Apply NowVCA 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.#AHT#RVT#vettechIf you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.



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