Veterinary Technologist Assistant

Location: Victoria, BC

Department: Neurology

Central Victoria Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technologist Assistant to join our neurology team! We have a full-time opportunity with our neurology department, which will include a range of responsibilities directly contributing to the efficient and effective daily operation of the department. The ideal candidate will have veterinary and/or administrative experience. A veterinary assistant certificate would be an asset.

Your primary responsibility will be to assist our Neurologist and RVT with various tasks and treatments including patient handling, surgery prep, client communication and scheduling consultations and procedures.

Schedule: 40 hours per week, with 10 hour shifts, 4 days per week.

Key responsibilities:

Assist veterinary staff with various tasks and treatmentsCreate a warm and welcoming environment for our patient and pet parentsCreate a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patientsGeneral housekeeping duties; cleanliness of work area, pet holding areas and common areasWillingness to learn more regarding; veterinary services, updated medical office procedures and assisting the Veterinary staff with various tasks and treatments

Key attributes:

Exceptional client service skillsCompassion and nurturing attitudeAbility to remain calm in stressful situationsAbility to adapt in changing situationsEfficient in carrying out assignments independentlyTakes initiative to complete tasks throughout the day

Compensation: $17.40 to $25.00 per hour. The hourly rate range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.

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 of wellness and appreciation you can thrive in!

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 textbooksAnnual uniform allowanceRRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!Referral Bonus RewardsOpportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiativesGenerous personal pet care discountsAnd extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

VCA Canada Cares!

At VCA Canada we don’t see an animal, we see a family member.  VCA Canada embraces a culture of giving back to the communities we serve and demonstrates this philosophy through our national philanthropic program, Paw it Forward. 

Have a question?  Email: Careers.canada@vca.com

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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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