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Fairfield Animal Hospital

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Careers

For more information about our hospital, please check out the rest of our website! Interested applicants, please contact Lauren Larson, Hospital Director at (250) 860-6550

Current Opportunities

Full-Time Veterinary Assistant

Fairfield Animal Hospital - located in gorgeous Kelowna, British Columbia - is looking for a veterinary technician to add to our fast-paced emergency hospital! Kelowna is known as the Napa Valley of Canada; this province is breathtaking and has numerous activities for all outdoor enthusiasts! On your days off in the summer you can lounge on the beach, in the fall visit one of the multiple wineries, and in the winter hit the slopes skiing or snowboarding.

About Us:

We are the only 24-hour emergency clinic within the Okanagan Valley. Our goal is to grow into a specialty clinic, currently, we have 9 ER DVMs and an Internist on staff. We are looking for leaders who are wanting to grow personally and professionally. We have state-of-the-art equipment, such as a CT scanner, Oxygen ICU kennels. We also provide RECOVER BLS training for our Veterinary Assistant team.

Advantages of Working in ER:

  • One of the first to see and help treat a patient

  • Opportunity to use your skills in more advanced ways

  • Variety of cases – it’s never the same day twice and you’re always learning

  • You’re equipped to stay calm and know how to react quickly during life-threatening circumstances

What to Expect:

  • You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share that same value.

  • You’re not afraid to jump in and get your feet wet! A hard worker who takes initiative and contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, you will help get all the day’s duties done!

  • A supportive environment that will encourage you to be the best VA you can be. We place a high value on continuing education and ongoing training. Be ready for opportunities to learn & grow!

  • Collaboration & Appreciation: We value the diverse experiences and skills that each team member has to offer. We work as a team, help each other out, and encourage you to speak up with your thoughts.

About You:

  • Ability to perform tasks associated with Veterinary Assistant responsibilities (including restraining patients for venipuncture, administering premedication, anesthesia induction & monitoring, patient preparation, surgical nursing, and perioperative nursing care, cleaning and disinfecting of all areas of the hospital, stocking medications and supplies, being a critical member of the team liaising between technicians, Doctors and reception team)

  • TEAM Player with initiative and willingness to jump in and help the team

  • You are passionate about learning and growing in the industry.

  • You can easily adapt to the different needs of each patient and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.

  • You are committed to outstanding client service, exceptional patient care and really want to make a difference!

Compensation:

  • $18 and up – will increase based on experience

Benefits:

  • Uniform Allowance

  • Paid Holidays

  • Employee Pet Discount

  • Friends/Family Pet Discount

  • RRSP Matching

  • Medical/Dental/Vision

  • Health and Wellness Allowance

Full-Time Veterinary Receptionist

Fairfield Animal Hospital - located in gorgeous Kelowna, British Columbia - is looking for a veterinary receptionist to add to our fast-paced emergency hospital! Kelowna is known as the Napa Valley of Canada; this province is breathtaking and has numerous activities for all outdoor enthusiasts! On your days off in the summer, you can lounge on the beach, in the fall visit one of the multiple wineries, and in the winter hit the slopes skiing or snowboarding.

About Us:

We are the only 24-hour emergency clinic within the Okanagan valley. Our goal is to grow into a specialty clinic, currently, we have 9 ER DVMs and an Internist on staff. We are looking for leaders who are wanting to grow personally and professionally.

Advantages of Working in ER:

  • One of the first to see and meet a patient

  • Opportunity to use your phone triage skills in more advanced ways

  • Variety of cases – it’s never the same day twice and you’re always learning

  • You’re equipped to stay calm and know how to react quickly during life-threatening circumstances

What to Expect:

  • You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share that same value.

  • You’re not afraid to jump in and get your feet wet! A hard worker who takes initiative and contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, you will help get all the day’s duties done!

  • A supportive environment that will encourage you to be the best receptionist you can be. We place a high value on continuing education and ongoing training. Be ready for opportunities to learn & grow!

  • Collaboration & Appreciation: We value the diverse experiences and skills that each team member has to offer. We work as a team, help each other out, and encourage you to speak up with your thoughts.

About You:

  • Ability to perform tasks associated with Reception responsibilities (greeting and assessing clients upon arrival, you are the calm face they see when they enter our facility, updating clients and ensure their needs are being met while our technical team treats the patient. You are a critical member of the team liaising between technicians, Doctors and clients)

  • TEAM Player with initiative and willingness to jump in and help the team

  • You are passionate about learning and growing in the industry.

  • You can easily adapt to the different needs of each patient and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.

  • You are committed to outstanding client service, exceptional patient care and really want to make a difference!

Compensation:

  • $19 and up – will increase based on experience

Benefits:

  • Uniform Allowance

  • Paid Holidays

  • Employee Pet Discount

  • Friends/Family Pet Discount

  • RRSP Matching

  • Medical/Dental/Vision

  • Health and Wellness Allowance