Veterinary Technician, ER, Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre

VCA Animal Hospitals•Vancouver, BC

134d•$28 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre is an established, cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary facility located in the heart of Metro Vancouver. We have been providing emergency care in this community since 1978 and specialty services since 2015. In addition to Emergency care, we provide Internal Medicine, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Radiology, Critical Care and Oncology services. Our Emergency Service is welcoming enthusiastic, highly motivated Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs) to join our ever-growing team! Our Emergency RVTs will use their technical skills to the fullest and are given the necessary tools and resources to be successful in pursuing one or multiple passions within our hospital. Schedule: As the Emergency Service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, this position will include shifts in the daytime, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holiday shifts. Shifts are typically 12 hours in length, 3 shifts/week. You will have opportunities to expand your learning through extensive exposure and involvement in various cases. Additional qualifications and attributes you must embrace to be successful in this role

Requirements

Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT or eligible to register
Confident team player who can also work independently when required
Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a welcoming environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents
Ability to perform a variety of clinical procedures, including but not limited to: venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, in-house lab work, anesthesia/sedation monitoring, patient assessment, and emergency triage
Willing to further enhance technical skills and expertise
Strong organizational skills and ability to keep accurate medical records
Ability to thrive and provide a high level of care in an often fast-paced environment,
Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to adapt to changing situations

Responsibilities

venipuncture
catheter placement
radiology
in-house lab work
anesthesia/sedation monitoring
patient assessment
emergency triage

Benefits

RRSP Employer Group Match Program!
Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
Paid membership and dues
Paid 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
Access to amazing mini-courses
Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
Annual uniform allowance
Generous personal pet care discounts