Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT – VCA Canada Tri Lake Animal Hospital & Referral Centre

Job title: Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT – VCA Canada Tri Lake Animal Hospital & Referral Centre

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VCA Canada Tri Lake Animal Hospital & Referral Centre is looking for a Full Time Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to join our amazing team of professionals!

We are looking for a new team member who would enjoy a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a REAL difference in the lives of our patients and clients. You will have the opportunity to not only work with a variety of cases but also, a variety of species. The successful candidate will be supported to grow and develop skills and knowledge through focused continuing education (CE), as well as onsite mentorship from doctors and senior technologists. New grads are always welcome!

About Us

Located in beautiful Lake Country, just a short drive from both Kelowna and Vernon, VCA Canada Tri Lake has been serving the community for over 35 years. We are a bustling hybrid small animal / exotic / referral practice with board-certified specialists and general practice veterinarians. Our hospital is equipped with 5 surgical suites, a separate dental suite, in house laboratory, ultrasound, digital radiology, endoscopy and a new 64-slice CT scanner. 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.

Why We Need You

As a member of the VCA team, your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent-by delivering an outstanding client experience-so they will partner with us for the lifelong care of their companion animals. You’ve worked hard for your registration and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be trained to utilize include, but are not limited to:

• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Radiology
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician/Technologist RVT (or eligible to register)
• Prior experience within a RVT role considered an asset BUT new grads are also welcome!
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential
• Ability to work efficiently on your own and with a team
• Proven ability to organize, take initiative, exhibits decision making skills and exercises good judgment

VCA Canada Offers!

At our core are our people – people with different strengths and interests that enrich our diversity, innovation and excellence. A team we think of as family. When you join our family, VCA Canada offers:

• Comprehensive compensation structures that include paid Wellness days, Sick days and Vacation time
• Continuing education benefits (Paid time and CE Allowance)
• Exceptional career development
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• Health and Dental insurance for eligible employees
• Professional dues: BCVTA and NAVTA
• A network of highly educated and skilled professionals!!
• And extra perks!

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. Please visit our website to learn more, .

To learn more about the position, please email and for more information on our hospital, please visit us online at .

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.

Company: VCA Canada

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Location: Kelowna, BC – Lake Country, BC

Job date: Wed, 03 Feb 2021 01:04:30 GMT