Western Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Centre are welcoming an Oncology Technician Assistant. We are a fast-paced 24-hour emergency and referral center with specialists in the following areas: Cardiology, Surgery, Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Radiology, and Radiation Oncology. Our Medical Oncology Department is looking to add a team member!

The successful candidate will have the following qualities and attributes:

Highly detail-oriented with good organizational skills

Adaptable to the changing needs of the department from day to day

Personable/upbeat/empathetic

Motivated to learn new things

Comfortable taking the extra time that may be needed while interacting with exacting clients

Your daily tasks will include:

Patient intake and discharge (including asking general info questions at intake and reviewing discharge/medication directions at discharge)

Patient restraint for examinations, catheter placement, blood draws, etc.

Basic patient husbandry (walks, feeding, snuggling the anxious ones)

Using lab equipment

Assistance with patient positioning in CT and treatment

Client communication (daily update phone calls, arranging pick up times)

Helping with collecting required forms and intake documents ahead of time

Service email account management (directing questions to myself, Emily, etc.)

Assisting with machine warmup and plan quality assurance checks

VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in: We have the right fit for you! 

RRSP Employer Group Match Program!  Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada 

Paid membership and dues  

Paid wellness days 

Paid sick days 

Paid vacation time 

Employee assistance program 

Continuing education benefits; paid to learn! 

Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!  

Referral Bonus Rewards! 

E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus       

Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care 

A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!  

Access to amazing mini-courses  

Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives 

Annual uniform allowance 

Generous personal pet care discounts 

And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps! .

If you are interested in applying, please send a resume and cover letter to victoria.gazda@vca.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.

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