Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technologist with previous experience in leadership to join our Emergency team!
This will be a unique role, combining the excitement of Emergency care with the opportunity to lead a team of dedicated and hard-working Veterinary Technologists. This role will also work closely with our RVT-led leadership team, Medical Director, and other team leads.
Successful candidates will have experience leading a team, in addition to a desire to grow their skills, a positive teamwork-type attitude and a personality that can deliver exceptional customer service and communication skills. This position offers a combination of time working in the ER as well as administrative time with a daytime-focused schedule. Our team leads are on call for one of every four weeks to respond to concerns remotely. We also offer advanced learning opportunities with our Technical Development Officer and Specialists.
Additional qualifications and attributes to be successful in this role:
Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT or eligible to register
The ability to support, lead, and provide coaching & mentorship to the team
Ensure new team members receive adequate orientation and training, conduct check-ins with new hires and assist with performance management
Create schedules, monitor workflow and ensure smooth operations
Help maintain a high level of patient care and client service
Proactively identify and address concerns or conflicts
Attend regular leadership meetings to discuss challenges/solutions, new ideas, and support clinic initiatives for the whole hospital
Perform clinical procedures; Venipuncture, Catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring and patient assessment
Willing to further enhance technical skills
Ability to thrive in a steady and often fast-paced environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents
Proven ability to keep accurate patient records
Strong ability to problem-solve
A love of pets, of course!
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!
Career longevity providing you with the opportunity to manage your own client appointments in collaboration with VCA Canada Veterinarians
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Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
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Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance
Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
Employee assistance program
Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
Referral Bonus Rewards!
E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
Access to amazing mini-courses
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!
Email: careers.canada@vca.com for further information or click Apply Now!
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