VCA Canada Western Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Centre is seeking an On Call DVM Student to join our dedicated and dynamic pet health care team. Western is a 24-hour emergency and referral specialty hospital. We are committed to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by providing the highest level of emergency and referral care.
The student will work in as a Surgery Animal Health Tech Assistant and assist AHTs and Veterinarians with daily tasks and patient care. Additional responsibilities include:
Perform proper restraint techniques when assisting AHT's and veterinarians assess and treat patients
Assist veterinarians and AHT's while they collect samples and take radiographs
Aide in the preparation for surgery and other procedures
Help to maintain the hospital treatment areas and ensure general cleanliness
Administration duties including client call backs, filing and faxing
Clean surgical suites and autoclave instruments
Our team members are passionate about pets and their people. The ideal candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, outgoing and possess strong organizational skills. Western is a fast-paced environment so the ability to multi-task is essential. Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to thrive in our strongly team-based environment. Previous or equivalent veterinary experience is preferred.
Schedule: On Call (this is a great opportunity to build your in clinic veterinary skills).
At Western Veterinary Specialists, we believe in exceptional patient care within a progressive and cooperative teaching environment that allows for both professional growth and a balanced lifestyle.
VCA Canada Offers!
At our core are our people – people with different strengths and interests that enrich our diversity, innovation and excellence. A team we think of as family. When you join our family, VCA Canada offers:
Exceptional career development
Generous personal pet care discounts
A network of highly educated and skilled professionals!!
And more perks!
VCA Canada Cares!
At VCA Canada we don't see an animal, we see a family member. VCA Canada embraces a culture of giving back to the communities we serve and demonstrates this philosophy through our national philanthropic program, Paw it Forward. Please visit our website to learn more, www.careers.vcacanada.com.
VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.