We offer 24-hour emergency and critical care services in our critical care unit at the Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency hospital. We have a number of board-certified specialists on staff providing services such as surgery, ophthalmology, anesthesia, critical care, neurology, internal medicine, dentistry and behavior.
The Veterinary Assistant, ICU/Treatment, is a full-time position. Hours of work will vary by week, with a mixture of evenings, overnights, and weekends. This position reports directly to the treatment/icu department manager,
As a key player in a team environment, the Veterinary Assistant is responsible for the following:
Assessment, triage, and care of ill patients
Hourly treatments including feeding, administering medications, assessing pain/status, restraint, and lifting;
Assisting with anesthetics, X-rays, and laboratory work;
Stocking, cleaning, and maintenance of treatment areas;
Provide lunch/dinner/break coverage for various departments;
Math calculations
Client updates
Qualifications & Skills
Fluent in English (Reading, Writing and Oral)
Able to lift to 25 kg
Excellent time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks/ projects
Ability to maintain composure in stressful and emergencies situations
Proven ability to organize, take initiative, work independently, exhibit decision-making skills and exercise good judgment
Exhibits a positive attitude and uses courtesy, diplomacy and discretion; and,
Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality.
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!
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Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
Flexible schedules!
Competitive wages and benefits!
Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship (annual process)
Annual uniform allowance
Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
Referral Bonus Rewards
Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
Generous personal pet care discounts
And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!
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VCA Canada Animal Hospitals is a family of over 150 small animal veterinary practices located across 6 Canadian provinces. Our team of over 4,000 Associates provides our communities with general, emergency, and specialty services in our practices, offering compassionate care for pets and their families. Our purpose of caring for life’s greatest companions is felt in every part of the VCA Canada experience, whether it is our patients, our clients, our team members, or our communities.