The Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre (CARE Centre) is welcoming a casual/part-time Critical Care Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated and dynamic pet healthcare team. The CARE Centre is a 24-hour 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 CC Tech Assistant is to assist the RVTs and veterinarians with daily tasks and patient care. They are also the hands-on caregivers for our patients in the hospital, including feeding, walking and general cleanliness of patients and their housing to make their stay most comfortable.
Perform proper restraint techniques when assisting RVTs and veterinarians assess and treat patients
Assist veterinarians and RVTs while they collect samples, take radiographs and perform ultrasounds
Client communication, including daily updates on how the pet is doing, and giving financial updates
Provide physical and emotional support for patients
Help to maintain the hospital treatment areas and ensure general cleanliness
Other duties as needed for the general maintenance of the ICU and hospital
Schedule: There is no set schedule for this position as it is casual/part-time. Candidates will be open to picking up a variety of shift times to cover vacation, sick days, or open shifts.
What VCA Canada Offers
A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
Competitive wages!
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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