The Mississauga-Oakville Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital, along with the Guelph Veterinary Surgery Services, are currently welcoming a dedicated full-time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our established network of highly skilled professionals. Our small animal surgical team(s) have excellent knowledge to share with you and will train you on our up-to-date surgical and diagnostic equipment. While previous experience in a Veterinary Hospital is an asset, our RVTs are given the necessary tools and resources to help you succeed in this role. Interested candidates should keep in mind that both MOVH & GVSS are multi-specialty hospitals and there are many opportunities for advanced learning. Additional qualifications and attributes you must embrace to be successful in this role;
Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT or eligible to register
Confident team player who can also work independently when required
Ability to perform a variety of clinical procedures including (not limited to): Venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, in house lab work, patient assessment, anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation, assistance and patient recovery
Strong organizational skills and the ability to keep accurate and detailed patient files
Willing to further enhance technical skills and expertise including performing advanced anesthesia, CRI delivery and more.
Ability to thrive in a steady and often fast paced environment
Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a welcoming environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a positive attitude in working with your colleagues and pet parents
Strong ability to problem-solve
Flexibility and willingness to travel may be required as shifts may be scheduled between the two hospitals.
Our Surgery RVTs have the opportunity to work with and learn from other Surgery RVTs, ACAs as well as our board-certified Veterinary Surgeons, Anesthesiologists and other specialists. If you want to expand your knowledge and skills, joining the MOVH & GVSS team(s) would be a great opportunity for career advancement.
Schedule: This full-time position may include travel and will include some Saturdays.
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!
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Paid membership and dues
Paid wellness days
Paid sick days
Paid 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
A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
Access to amazing mini-courses
Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
Annual uniform allowance
Generous personal pet care discounts
And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!
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