Job Description

Veterinary Technician, RVT

Peterborough, ON

Jackson Creek Animal Hospital is welcoming a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team of skilled veterinary professionals. While our network is large, we still offer that local community feeling, mentorship, and additional training!

• Have completed a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program.
• New graduates with knowledge of physical examinations, patient assessment, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy - welcome to apply! We love growing new graduates!
• Surgical preparation, assisting, and patient recovery.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.
• Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their pet parents
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to problem-solve or the ability to ask clarifying questions to help you find solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.
• The primary role of the RVT is to provide quality patient care by assisting the Veterinarian and staff of the clinic/hospital.
• Working under the supervision of the Veterinarian for medical decisions
• Responsible for ensuring patients and their families are provided with optimum care in an efficient manner.
• The doctor\xe2\x80\x99s primary medical support person, aids Veterinarians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of some aspects of their technical work and administrative detail.

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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
• Unmatched career longevity providing you the opportunity to manage your own client appointments in collaboration with VCA Canada Veterinarians.
• Paid membership and dues
• Paid wellness days
• Paid sick days
• Paid 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!

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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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