JOB DESCRIPTION
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Location : Calgary, AB
Department : Surgery
Western Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Centre is welcoming for a full time Surgery and pack roomVeterinary Technician Assistant to join our dedicated and dynamic pet health care team.
Western 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.
Our team members are passionate about pets and their people. The ideal candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, outgoing and possess strong organizational skills.
Western is a fast-paced environment so the ability to multi-task is essential. Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to thrive in our strongly team-based environment.
Previous or equivalent veterinary experience is preferred.
The primary role of the Surgery Animal Health Tech Assistant is to assist the AHTs and Veterinarians with daily tasks and patient care.
Additional responsibilities include :
Perform proper restraint techniques when assisting AHT’s and veterinarians assess and treat patients
Assist veterinarians and AHT's while they collect samples and take radiographs
Aide in the preparation for surgery and other procedures
Help to maintain the hospital treatment areas and ensure general cleanliness
Administration duties including client call backs, filing and faxing
Clean surgical suites and autoclave instruments
Schedule : In this role, the position is a 40 hour, 4 day / week compressed work week.
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!
Flexible schedules!
Competitive wages and benefits!
VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program Ask us more!
Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician / Technologist scholarship (annual process)
Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks
Annual uniform allowance
RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program saving for your future just got easier!
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!
At Western Veterinary Specialists, we believe in exceptional patient care within a progressive and cooperative teaching environment that allows for both professional growth and a balanced lifestyle.
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