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Registered Veterinary Technologist, Marda Loop Animal Hospital

@ VCA Animal Hospitals

Calgary, Alberta

Full-time
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Overview

VCA Animal Hospitals is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technologist for its Marda Loop Animal Hospital in Calgary on a full-time basis. The role covers patient assessment, surgical preparation and recovery, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture and detailed record keeping. The posting offers an RRSP group match, paid membership and dues, paid wellness, sick and vacation days, continuing education benefits and an annual uniform allowance.

Responsibilities:

  • Physical examinations and patient assessment
  • Surgical preparation, assisting and patient recovery
  • Detailed and accurate patient records
  • Compassionate care for hospitalized patients and their owners

Requirements summary:

  • Completed Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program
  • New graduates with clinical skills welcome
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues and pet owners

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Benefits mentioned

Retirement planEmployee assistance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-01
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic, Laboratory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRegistered Veterinary Technologist, VTNE
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyVeterinary Technology, Animal Health Technology
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness, Uniform provided, Home office allowance

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VCA Animal Hospitals

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Taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.

Full company description

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 general practice to emergency 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 430 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. As part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, VCA is taking care of the future of veterinary medicine to help achieve the Mars Petcare Purpose—A Better World for Pets™. To learn more about VCA, visit: www.vca.com or find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

LinkedIn followers
104,933
People associated on LinkedIn
10,789
Reported office locations
  • VCA Animal Hospitals, 12401 West Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064, US
Business categories
  • Health Diagnostics
  • Veterinary
  • Hospital
  • Health Care
  • Farming
  • Pet
  • Medical
Other recorded names
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
Specialties
  • Veterinary Medical Services
  • Veterinary Diagnotic Laboratories
  • Veterinary Digital Imaging
  • and Veterinary Practice Marketing Solutions
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Reported total investment
0

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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 general practice to emergency 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…

FieldValue
IndustryVeterinary Services
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersLos Angeles, CA
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1986
SpecialtiesVeterinary Medical ServicesVeterinary Diagnotic LaboratoriesVeterinary Digital Imagingand Veterinary Practice Marketing Solutions
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Job description

Registered Veterinary Technologist

Location: Calgary, AB

Role: Veterinary Technician, Registered Veterinary Technician, Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT, Vet Tech

Marda Loop Animal Hospital is welcoming a Registered Veterinary Technologist to join our team of skilled veterinary professionals. While our network is large, we still offer that local community feeling, mentorship, and additional training!

  • Have completed a Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program.

  • New graduates with knowledge of physical examinations, patient assessment, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy - welcome to apply! We love growing new graduates!

  • Surgical preparation, assisting and patient recovery.

  • Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.

  • Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their pet parents

  • 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!!

About Us: Marda Loop Animal Hospital is a multi-disciplinary extended-hours practice that has been providing veterinary care in Calgary for over two decades!

Preparing to write your VTNE? We can help!

What VCA Canada Offers

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

  • VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

  • Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!

  • A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!

  • Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!

  • Paid membership and dues

  • Paid wellness days, sick days, and 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

  • 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!

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.

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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