Job Description

Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Department: Internal Medicine

Location: Lake Country, BC

Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00, depending on experience and skills.

Schedule: Shifts are designed to provide a consistent schedule, with 4 x 10-hour shifts, currently Monday to Thursday.

Tri Lake Animal Hospital & Referral Centre is excited to welcome a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to our team of skilled veterinary professionals. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and support our board-certified specialist, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in a collaborative environment. If you are searching for a pet-first atmosphere in a practice that values your contribution to the team .. please join us and apply today!

• Have completed a Veterinary Technician program, and are currently registered or able to register with the BCVTA.

• Full Technologist Skill Utilization, Advanced Nursing Abilities

• Calculate and Administer CRI’s

• Confidence with anesthesia (including mechanical ventilators)

• Perform epidurals and placement of central lines, urinary catheters, and nasogastric tubes

• Procedural preparation and assisting with bronchoscopy, endoscopes, and more!

• Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)

• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.

• Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their pet parents.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving aptitude, including the ability to ask clarifying questions.

• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services

• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.

• Passion for learning more in the role.

What VCA Canada Offers

• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!

• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!

• Paid BCVTA membership; paid access to NAVTA, VETgirl, and Plumbs.

• Continuing education benefits: paid to learn!

• Paid wellness days and sick days.

• 3 weeks' vacation to start!

• Annual uniform allowance

• Employee assistance program

• Referral Bonus Rewards!

• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus

• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care

• Generous personal pet care discounts

About us:

Located in beautiful Lake Country, BC, VCA Canada Tri Lake is a full-service animal hospital featuring hybrid GP, ER, and Specialty services provided by veterinarians and board-certified specialists. We offer wellness and emergency care for cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, reptiles and other exotics. Our hospital is equipped with a full in-house lab, CT scanner, ultrasound, digital radiology suite, endoscopy and 24-hour staffing. Our team is made up of experienced professionals, all dedicated to continuous learning and providing an excellent experience for both our clients and their pets.

VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

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