Animal Care Attendant
Department : Emergency
Location : Newmarket, ON
404 Veterinary Emergency + Referral Hospital is welcoming an Animal Care Attendant to join our Emergency team on a full-time basis.
In this position, you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team and helping to create a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
This is a 24-hour department, so shifts include daytime, overnight, weekends, and holidays. Previous experience in a veterinary setting is an asset but not necessary.
Duties will include :
Assisting the Emergency team with patient triages and exams
Assisting the Emergency team with diagnostics
Assisting with Emergency surgeries - patient prep and prep of the surgical suite
Assisting the Emergency team with hospitalized patients
Some reception duties including answering the phones and checking in / billing out emergency clients
Providing compassionate care and comfort to all patients
Qualities we look for in a team member :
Previous experience in the veterinary or small animal industry
Excellent communication skills with team members and clients
Acts with courtesy, diplomacy, and discretion at all times
Maintains a positive and cooperative relationship with team members
Maintains external and internal relationships with professionalism and integrity
Demonstrates initiative to carry out tasks independently, under minimal supervision
Demonstrates accountability and dependability
Ability to be flexible in attitude and work habits
Willingness and eagerness to learn new skills
Ability to remain calm during stressful situations with patients, clients, and team members
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 pronounce, understand, and spell commonly used veterinary terms
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 you can thrive in : We have the right fit for you!
RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program saving for your future just got easier!
VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more!
A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation !
Competitive wages and benefits!
Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician / Technologist scholarship (annual process)
Annual uniform allowance
Exceptional career development : there is room to grow here!
Referral Bonus Rewards
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!
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