Rvt, Emergency Department

**404 Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital **has an opportunity for **Registered Veterinary Technicians** (RVTs) to join our **Emergency** team. The primary role of the Triage RVT is to provide quality patient care by assisting the Veterinarian and staff of the hospital. Working under the supervision of the Veterinarian for medical decisions, the Triage RVT is responsible for ensuring patients and their families are provided with optimum care efficiently. They are the doctor’s primary medical support person, aiding the DVMs in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of some aspects of their technical work and administrative details. They also have a very significant role in communicating with clients about their pets.

Previous emergency experience is preferred but not necessary. Our 24-hour emergency department is not only supported by our in-hospital team of specialists but also by our family of specialty hospitals.

The Emergency team works on a rotational schedule including weekends and holidays. This allows for even distribution of the shifts and an overall improved work/life balance. Our specialists also participate in providing after-hours support to our emergency team.

Additional qualifications and attributes you must embrace to be successful in this role;
- Registered Veterinary Technician or eligible to register
- Displays compassion when providing care to all clients and patients
- Excellent communication skills with team members and clients
- Demonstrates initiative to carry out tasks independently, under mínimal supervision
- Demonstrates accountability and dependability
- Ability to be flexible in attitude and work habits
- Ability to perform job duties under limited supervision
- Willingness and eagerness to learn new skills
- Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
- Demonstrates judgment and problem solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to manage time efficiently while taking on multiple tasks
- Ability to work professionally with clients when performing procedures and treatments, and providing education and information

**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 of **Wellness and Appreciation **you can thrive in
- **VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program **- Ask us more
- **Medical Library;** 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips
- Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology
- **RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program** - saving for your future just got easier
- Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance
- Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
- Employee assistance program
- Continuing education benefits; paid to learn
- Referral Bonus Rewards
- E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
- Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
- Access to amazing mini-courses
- 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

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person