Registered Veterinary Technician

Willowbrook Animal Hospital • Full-time • Langley, British Columbia, Canada • USD $ 28 - USD $ 32 / hour • 1d ago

Please do not apply for this job if you are not a Registered Veterinary Technician

We are looking for a knowledgeable and friendly Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team at Willowbrook Animal Hospital.

Willowbrook Animal Hospital is a full-service hospital for cats and dogs. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with animals and our trained staff of veterinarians and receptionists. Our clinic is accredited by American Animal Hospital Association. We offer preventative care, surgical care, emergencies, dentistry, radiology, and have an in-house laboratory. We have recently expanded and renovated our hospital.

The selected candidate(s) will have the opportunity to work in a specific field of interest such as rehabilitation, reproduction, surgical technician, dentistry or to be in charge of lab work / blood bank or they can choose to be involved in all aspects of the clinic.

Veterinary technicians must have a broad knowledge of animal science, medicine, and husbandry, including a basic knowledge of pharmacology and sufficient mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid doses. They must be able to successfully restrain animals, complete clinical laboratory tests, use multiple radiology techniques, administer and monitor animals under anesthesia, assist in surgery, and perform dental procedures. Technicians must also deliver compassionate nursing care.

Requirements:

RVT Certification (We will accept foreign equivalents)
Minimum one year experience, preferred but are more than willing to take new Grads.
Must have a flexible schedule, must be able to work late evenings and/or weekends.
Ability to carry up to 50lbs.
Must be comfortable around all sizes of dogs and cats.
Must have reliable transportation/drive vehicle.
We use a practice management software called AVImark.

Please send a cover letter and resume addressed to Kim Paar. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. References will be requested prior to interview. Resumes and cover letters will also be accepted in person.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour

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