Veterinary Assistant, Emergency, Guardian Veterinary Centre (casual)

Guardian Veterinary Centre

Edmonton, AB, Canada
Assisting with patient restraint
Taking vital signs
Administering medications
The ideal candidate will have a passion for exceptional veterinary medicine and patient care in a fast-paced environment

Job Summary

  • The ideal candidate will have a passion for exceptional veterinary medicine and patient care in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will work closely with RVTs and Veterinarians, gaining immense knowledge and experience within emergency care.
  • Guardian Veterinary Centre offers a caring culture of wellness and appreciation with competitive wages and exceptional career development.

Matching Summary

The ideal candidate will have a passion for exceptional veterinary medicine and patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assisting with patient restraint
  • Taking vital signs
  • Administering medications
  • Placing IV catheters
  • Drawing blood samples
  • Patient care and environment maintenance
  • Assisting with CPR and critical care
  • Disinfecting supplies and instruments
  • Stocking hospital supplies
  • Communicating with clients
  • Working with various animals
  • Fast-paced demanding workplace

Nice-to-have

  • Willingness to cross-train
  • Calm in stressful situations
  • Flexibility with changing environment
  • Ability to multitask efficiently
  • Positive professional compassionate attitude

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in hospital or animal care role is preferable
  • Comfortable working with various animals including wildlife and exotics
  • Ability to stand for 12+ hours, bend, stand for extended periods, and lift patients/supplies

Work Rights

Not specified

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