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VCA Animal Hospitals Veterinary Technician, Treatment, Alta Vista Animal Hospital in Ottawa, Ontario
Veterinary Technician
Department: Treatment
Location: Ottawa, ON
We are looking for dedicated technicians with a passion for patient care who are energized by the pace of an emergency -specialty environment. You will never be bored, plus you will always be learning with us! Come and work alongside highly trained, specialized technicians and doctors in an established veterinary hospital.
Alta Vista Animal Hospital is welcoming a Veterinary Technicians for our Treatment department. The treatment team members are our superstars of all things patient care related. These caring and hard at work individuals ensure that all hospitalized patients are treated like one of their own during their stay.
Qualifications
Successful completion of a Veterinary Technician program
Minimum 2 years in a Veterinary Technician role (preferred)
Fluent in English (reading, writing and oral), bilingualism is considered an asset
Able to support up to 50mg and lift up to 25kg
Stellar client service skills
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
Time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks / projects at once
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
Proven ability to organize, takes initiative, works independently, exercises good judgment
Decision-making and critical thinking skills
Ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships with professionalism and integrity
A positive attitude and use of courtesy, diplomacy and discretion to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality
Ask about our schedules!
The treatment members care for inpatients from our ER, GP and specialty departments. With a dedicated staff of 160, including 30 veterinarians, we offer excellence in veterinary medicine because we are passionate about what we do!
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 Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada
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Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!
Paid membership and dues
Paid wellness days, sick days, and 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!
Email: careers.canada@vca.com for further information or click Apply Now!
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