Veterinary Assistants, Critical Care, Vancouver Animal Emergency And Referral Centre

VCA Canada

Vancouver, BC, Canada
Base: $22 to $25 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Morning rounds and patient evaluation
Venipuncture and blood sampling
In-house lab work execution
This role involves working directly alongside a Veterinary Critical Care Specialist to manage a fast-paced morning caseload for vulnerable ICU patients

Job Summary

  • This role involves working directly alongside a Veterinary Critical Care Specialist to manage a fast-paced morning caseload for vulnerable ICU patients.
  • The position requires performing clinical diagnostics including venipuncture, running in-house lab work, and assisting with advanced imaging procedures.
  • VCA Canada offers a competitive benefits package including an RRSP employer match, annual uniform allowance, and generous personal pet care discounts.

Matching Summary

This role involves working directly alongside a Veterinary Critical Care Specialist to manage a fast-paced morning caseload for vulnerable ICU patients.

Salary

Base: $22 to $25 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: RRSP 5% match, uniform allowance, pet discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Morning rounds and patient evaluation
  • Venipuncture and blood sampling
  • In-house lab work execution
  • Digital radiography positioning
  • Practice management software data entry

Nice-to-have

  • Exceptional client service skills
  • Compassion and nurturing attitude
  • Ability to remain calm under stress
  • Initiative to complete tasks independently
  • Clean as you go mentality

Key Requirements

  • Critical thinking to notice subtle patient changes
  • Technical proficiency in restraint and lab equipment
  • Comfort discussing financial matters with pet owners

Work Rights

Not specified

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