Veterinary Assistant, ER, Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre
About The Position
The Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre (CARE Centre) is welcoming a full-time ER Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated and dynamic pet health care team. The CARE Centre is a 24-hour emergency and referral specialty hospital. We are committed to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by providing the highest level of emergency and referral care. The primary role of the ER Animal Health Technician Assistant is to assist the AHTs and Veterinarians with daily tasks and patient care. They are also the hands-on caregivers for our patients in the hospital, including feeding, walking and general cleanliness of patients and their housing to make their stay most comfortable. The ideal candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, outgoing and possess strong organizational skills. The CARE Centre is a fast-paced environment, so the ability to multitask is essential. Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to thrive in our strongly team-based environment, as well as to provide the exceptional client experience the CARE Centre is known to offer.
Requirements
- Energetic, self-motivated, outgoing
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multitask
- Strong interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
- Perform proper restraint techniques when assisting AHT’s and veterinarians to assess and treat patients
- Assist veterinarians and AHT's while they collect samples, take radiographs and perform ultrasounds
- Provide physical and emotional support for patients
- Help to maintain the hospital treatment areas and ensure general cleanliness
- Other duties as needed for the general maintenance of the ICU and hospital
Benefits
- Access to amazing mini-courses
- Membership and dues
- Wellness days, sick days, and 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
- Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives
- Annual uniform allowance
- Generous personal pet care discounts
- Shopping discounts and cool wellness apps
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
