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VCA Animal Hospitals Veterinary Technician, Oncology, Contract Position, Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency Centre in Calgary, Alberta
RVT, Oncology, Contract Position
Location: Calgary, AB
Fixed-term Full-time
Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre is welcoming a full-time Veterinary Technologist, RVT , to join our team in the Oncology department. This is a 1-year contract position.
RVT’s with a minimum of 1 year of experience as a tech in a small animal or mixed animal practice.
Knowledge of physical examinations, patient assessment, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy.
Sedation/anesthetic monitoring and patient recovery.
Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.
Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their families.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Ability to problem-solve or the ability to ask clarifying questions to help you find solutions.
Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.
Passion to learn more within the role.
A love for all companion animals!!
Schedule: Monday – Thursday from 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
What VCA Canada Offers
VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
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RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance
Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
Employee assistance program
Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
Referral Bonus Rewards!
E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
Access to amazing mini-courses
Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
Generous personal pet care discounts
And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!
About Us: C.A.R.E. is a 24-hour emergency and referral specialty hospital which operates out of a 26,000-square-foot facility in Calgary. The hospital is undergoing a complete update and expansion to facilitate the ever-growing caseload and expanding specialty services, including the design of a new, state-of-the-art ICU.
Our hospital offers a challenging, quick-paced, high-adrenaline work environment with a complex and varied caseload where teamwork and high-quality care are at the heart of what we do. We value a collegial, team-based approach to medicine, excellent client service, continuing education, and work-life balance. We are committed to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by providing the highest level of emergency and referral care. Opportunities for professional development abound, including teaching interns and University of Calgary Veterinary Medicine students, and formal mentorship of interns.
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, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment 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.
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