Veterinary Technician, General Practice, Alta Vista Animal Hospital

Veterinary Technician, General Practice Location: Ottawa, ON Employment Type: Full Time Job Status: Existing Compensation: $19.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills Alta Vista Animal Hospital is welcoming a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our established General Practice team. Why We Need You You’ve worked hard for your credentialing, and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Please note: we offer coaching and training on the following skills for new graduates who need a little more experience :) Venipuncture Catheter placement Radiology Anesthesia monitoring Physical examinations, patient assessment and triage Surgical preparation, monitoring, recovery and assisting Laboratory work Pharmacy Client Education Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients Qualifications Successful completion of a Veterinary Technician program New Graduates welcomed! Experienced RVTs welcome! RVTs are looking for a change and want to learn! Fluent in English (reading, writing and oral), bilingualism is considered an asset Able to support up to 50mg and lift up to 25kg Stellar client service skills Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations Time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks/projects at once Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills Proven ability to organize, take initiative, work independently, and exercise good judgment Decision-making and critical thinking skills Ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships with professionalism and integrity A positive attitude and use of courtesy, diplomacy and discretion to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality What VCA Canada Offers A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation! Access to amazing mini-courses Competitive wages and shift premiums Membership and dues are paid yearly Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time RRSP opportunities Continuing education benefits: paid to learn! E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here! Referral Bonus Rewards Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives Annual uniform allowance Generous personal pet care discounts extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps And best of all, you will get to work alongside and learn from board certified and renowned veterinarians and specialized technicians and some of the most brilliant support staff in the industry allowing lots of opportunity for learning and advancement within your field. Our Story VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy. In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, further strengthening our commitment to the veterinary profession and to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. 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. #AHT #RVT #vettech If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.