We are looking for a Full Time Surgical Veterinary Assistant (VA) to join our team. Strengths should reflect competency in patient care, restraint for a variety of procedures and the ability to maintain calm and focused in a variety of situations, as well as to maintain surgical equipment and assist with ordering.
A veterinary assistant diploma and surgical experience are mandatory. Excellent communication skills are required, and bilingualism would be a plus but is not a requirement.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Using Avimark to input client/patient information as they arrive
Performing financial transactions
Client communication via phone, email and in person
Assisting the RVT/veterinarian in a variety of surgical procedures
Ability to assist the RVT in placing IV catheters, blood draws and other various treatments
Taking care of in-patient such as (husbandry, feeding, walking etc.)
Making sure that surgical suite is clean and stocked.
Requirements:
A veterinary assistant diploma.
At least three years of experience assisting in surgery
Fluency in English is required. Individuals with bilingual language skills (French and English) are encouraged to apply.
Job Types: Forty hours per week, Permanent.
Pay: $18.00-$26.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Additional pay:
Bonus pay
Advantages:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Store discount
Vision care
Adaptable language requirement:
French not required