Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) - Full Time
Calgary, AB
Full-time
Tuesday to Saturday I 37.5 hours per week
Rotating shifts of 8AM – 4:30PM, 9AM-5:30PM & 10:30AM-7PM - No overnight shifts
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Animal Health, Calgary Humane Society’s RVTs are responsible for providing support to our skilled team of Veterinarians. We are seeking a compassionate individual who is highly skilled in animal handling, customer service, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Duties:
• Pre-medicate, induce, and intubate patients, monitor anesthesia, troubleshoot when necessary, and respond to anesthetic emergencies.
• Perform comprehensive oral health assessments and treatments, take diagnostic dental radiographs, and accurately chart dental disease.
• Perform routine diagnostics including radiographs, bloodwork, fecals, urinalysis, ultrasound, cytology, and other diagnostics.
• Triage incoming animals and perform physical exams on a variety of species including but not limited to; dogs, cats, exotics, and small hobby farm animals.
• Administer injections, medications, treatments, and provide supportive care as directed by CHS Veterinarians.
• Fill, dispense, and explain prescription medications to foster parents, adopters, and owners.
• Display thorough knowledge of contagious diseases and implement and follow strict quarantine and sanitation protocols.
• Safely handle animals who may have behavioural concerns, including restraint and treatment.
• Provide owners with education on pet health and wellness through the Wellness Clinic.
• Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
• RVT Diploma from an accredited college.
• One year or more of experience working as an RVT in a clinic setting is considered an asset.
• Comfortable working with, and physically capable of handling a variety of species including but not limited to: cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, reptiles, and small hobby farm animals.
• Flexibility to work overtime on short notice and outside of regularly scheduled hours including days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Ability to remain calm while working under pressure with competing priorities.
• Ability to react quickly and competently in emergency situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of people.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal check at their own expense to be arranged by CHS.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be physically capable of lifting/carrying/restraining up to 50lbs.
• Constant walking, crouching, squatting, kneeling.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, and standing.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, sitting, rotating, and climbing.
(Occasional: 6-33% of shift, Frequent: 34-67% of shift, Constant: 67-100% of shift)
Salary:
$27-$30 per hour based on experience.
Benefits & Perks:
• 100% employer paid health and dental benefits for employees and their dependents.
• Paid annual dues and professional development.
• Annual uniform allowance.
• Annual Wellness Spending Account.
• Vision coverage.
• Paid vacation, sick time, wellness days, and paid day off on your birthday.
• Matching RSP.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Discounts on CHS products and services, including adoption fees.
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Access to reduced rate counseling services.
• A commitment to accessibility and accommodations for different needs.
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