Veterinary Technician Assistant ER - Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre CARE Centre
Veterinary Technician Assistant ER - Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre CARE Centre
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Veterinary Technician Assistant Emergency Department
Calgary AB
The Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre (CARE Centre) is welcoming a full timeER Veterinary Technician Assistantto join our dedicated and dynamic pet health care team. The CARE Centre is a 24hour 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.
The primary role of the ER Animal Health Technician Assistant is to assist the AHTs and Veterinarians with daily tasks and patient care. They are also the handson caregivers for our patients in hospital including feeding walking and general cleanliness of patients and their housing to make their stay most comfortable. The ideal candidate will be energetic selfmotivated outgoing and possess strong organizational skills. The CARE Centre is a fastpaced environment so the ability to multitask is essential. Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to thrive in our strongly teambased environment as well as to provide the exceptional client experience the CARE Centre is known to offer. Some of the responsibilities include:
Perform proper restraint techniques when assisting AHTs and veterinarians assess and treat patients
Assist veterinarians and AHTs while they collect samples take radiographs and perform ultrasounds
Provide physical and emotional support for patients
Help to maintain the hospital treatment areas and ensure general cleanliness
Other duties as needed for general maintenance of the ICU and hospital
Schedule: Candidates must beavailable to work 40 hours per week on 12 hour rotating shifts7 days of the week (including weekdays/weekends and overnights) to accommodate the C.A.R.E. Centres 24 hour hospital.
At the C.A.R.E. Centre we believe in exceptional patient care within a progressive and cooperative teaching environment that allows for both professional growth and a balanced lifestyle.
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!
A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
Access to amazing minicourses
Membership and dues
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
Etools to assist with meditation better sleep exercise and focus
Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives
Annual uniform allowance
Generous personal pet care discounts
And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!
Email: for further information or click Apply Now!
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.
If you are a current associate you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
