Join us at Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital & Wellness Centre 24 Hour Emergency & Critical Care!
Established in 2017, Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital is dedicated to providing round-the-clock care for our Winnipeg (and beyond) patients, 24/7! Our state-of-the-art 7000 square foot facility boasts cutting-edge services, including CT, endoscopy, ultrasound, orthopedics, dentistry, and a physical rehabilitation center, all within a wellness-centric environment. Comprising a team of 80 passionate veterinary professionals, we are committed to patient-centered medicine and fostering engaged client relationships
Why Join Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital?
- ER Hospital Appreciation Program:
- Eligibility for extra "you-deserve-it days," and team perks.
- Learn more about the program [here](https://www.vetstrategy.com/careers/er-hospital-appreciation-program/).
- What Sets Us Apart:
- Friendly and Supportive Work Environment: Join a team that cares about your success.
- Continuing Education: Tailored to your commitment to emergency hospital services.
- Opportunity for Career Advancement: Grow within our dynamic organization.
- Access to Learning Hub: Enhance your skills through online training.
- Access to Medical Webinar Events: Stay updated with leading specialists.
- Commitment to the Community: Support pets in need through the Oscar Fund activities.
- Competitive Medical and Pet Supply Discounts: Enjoy exclusive benefits.
- Overnight Shift Incentives: ** Recognizing your dedication during night shifts.
- Wellness Program: Prioritize your well-being with our wellness approach. We believe in your well-being and provide a company sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) enabling access to caring professionals that can help access support related to fitness, physical health and mental well-being programs.
About the Role
The position is responsible for providing support to the Veterinarians and RVTs in a fast-paced environment that primarily deals with critical situations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow established procedures in order to assist veterinarians with examinations and facilitate the flow of clients and patients through the out-patient appointments.
- Educate clients regarding preventative medicine and vaccination requirements. Recommend laboratory procedures, such as pre-anesthetic profiles, geriatric screening, fecal analysis, urinalysis, Lyme and heartworm testing, FeLV testing, etc.
- Accurately perform routine in-house laboratory procedures. Appropriately prepare and handle specimens.
- Assists with the admission and discharge of patients, creating consent forms and estimates, taking deposits/final payments.
- Documents and maintains proper medical record keeping.
- Assists Veterinarians and RVTs with patient triage on presentation, examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
- Assist with radiographs, ultrasounds and CT scans following proper safety procedures.
- Sterilize instruments, prepare surgery packs and assist with surgery preparation.
- Keeps emergency area clean, stocked and prepared for emergencies (following shift checklist)
- Handling euthanasia related tasks (consent, billing, aftercare, post-euthanasia paperwork)
- Willing to go above and beyond to exceed clients’ expectations.
- Care of boarding and hospitalized patients including cage cleaning, exercising, feeding, observation for signs of illness, parasites and disease control, laundry, bathing and dipping procedures.
- Assist with rotations of patients in kennel as needed. Ensure that all patients receive food, water and needed medication on time. Maintain any treatments requested by the doctor and document all services rendered.
- Ensures all equipment in the treatment area is properly maintained.
Ideal Candidate:
- Passion: Infuse enthusiasm, energy, and a positive attitude into your daily work.
- Communication Skills: Build solid relationships with clients through effective communication.
- Veterinary Office Assistant Certification preferred, or experience in Veterinary field as a Veterinary Assistant.
- Ability to recognize and establish priorities and to respond efficiently and effectively under stress.
- Customer service experience an asset.
- High level of professionalism
- Strong attention to detail
- Be able to prioritize workload.
- Be proactive and take initiatives to work effectively with little or no supervision.
- Be flexible to work some evenings/weekends/overnights and statutory holidays.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
About Us:
Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital & Wellness Centre 24 Hour Emergency & Critical Care Centre is part of the VetStrategy group of Hospitals. A career with VetStrategy is anything but ordinary! Our work is something we’re truly excited about. Every day, we make an impact on the lives of others with veterinary care backed by a team of professionals who love what they do.
From Vancouver Island to Newfoundland, we have opportunities across Canada to fuel your passion. The possibilities are endless for you to do the most meaningful work of your career. Let us help you find your perfect role.
There are jobs and then there’s us. This is your moment to do the kind of work you find meaningful. Grab the opportunity to challenge yourself, push boundaries and learn new skills. Surround yourself with peers who will inspire you, and be inspired by you, to shape the future of veterinary care.
You’ll be part of a team that supports professional development and you’ll be provided with opportunities to grow throughout your career.
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Flexible language requirement:
Work Location: In person
