Support dermatology patients in Ottawa as a Registered Veterinary Technician using anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic procedures, and compassionate client communication.
Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre seeks a full-time Veterinary Technician for its Dermatology department. You will partner with specialists during skin scrapings, cytology, biopsies, sample collection, and recovery. The position requires at least two years of practicing Veterinary Technician experience.
Key Responsibilities: Assist veterinarians with dermatological diagnostics and procedures
Prepare patients, equipment, and instruments using aseptic technique
Monitor sedation, anesthesia, and vital patient parameters
Coordinate bookings, caseload files, and medical information
Explain hospitalization updates, discharge instructions, and home-care plans
Requirements: Minimum two-plus years practicing as a Veterinary Technician
Experience with anesthesia, CRIs, and mechanical ventilators
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach
Accurate charting and medical record-keeping
Strong problem-solving abilities in a rapid-paced environment
Bring dermatology procedure support, patient monitoring, and accurate communication to Alta Vista’s Ottawa specialty veterinary team.