Veterinary Assistant, Er, Calgary Animal Referral And Emergency Centre

Oakdale Veterinary Center

Calgary, AB, CA
Base: not specified; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Assist with patient care tasks
Perform proper animal restraint techniques
Work 12-hour rotating shifts
The CARE Centre is a 24-hour emergency and referral specialty hospital committed to providing the highest level of emergency and referral care

Job Summary

  • The CARE Centre is a 24-hour emergency and referral specialty hospital committed to providing the highest level of emergency and referral care.
  • The role involves hands-on caregiving for patients including feeding, walking, and maintaining cleanliness to ensure patient comfort.
  • VCA Canada offers competitive wages and benefits, a continuing education allowance, career development opportunities, and a caring culture of wellness and appreciation.

Matching Summary

The CARE Centre is a 24-hour emergency and referral specialty hospital committed to providing the highest level of emergency and referral care.

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive wages and benefits, continuing education allowance, uniform allowance, referral bonus, pet care discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist with patient care tasks
  • Perform proper animal restraint techniques
  • Work 12-hour rotating shifts
  • Maintain hospital cleanliness
  • Support veterinarians and AHTs during procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Energetic and self-motivated
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Interest in continual learning

Key Requirements

  • Previous or equivalent veterinary experience preferred
  • Availability to work 40 hours per week on 12-hour rotating shifts
  • Ability to work weekends and overnight shifts

Work Rights

Not specified

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