Registered Veterinary Technologist – Specialty Float

Position Summary

The Specialty Float Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) is empowered and responsible to act as a highly-trained RVT on the clinical floor to set an example of patient care, client care, and teamwork at Pulse Veterinary Specialists & Emergency.

The Specialty Float RVT will report to the Lead Specialty RVT and work closely with the specialty department Veterinarians and specialists to deliver high level patient care.  If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with experienced veterinarians and specialists in multiple disciplines and have a willingness to learn more about veterinary services and updated medical office procedures, then this may be the job for you.

The ideal candidate values maintaining a collegial working culture and prioritizes embracing the strategy, commitments, and goals of the organization to deliver high standards of medicine and exceptional patient care. They will provide support to all of our Specialty Medicine departments including: Cardiology, Dentistry, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Radiology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, and other potential specialty areas in the future.

This role will allow for a compressed work week with four 10-hour shifts. Overtime hours may be required as needed for patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all technical responsibilities of a RVT including:

• Usage and care of medical equipment, as well as sterilization techniques.
• Placing IV catheters; calculating drug doses, fluid requirements and CRIs.
• Monitoring anesthesia.
• Use of anesthesia ventilators and multiparameter monitors.
• Perform epidurals and other local anesthesia blocks.
• Acquiring high quality radiographs.
• Performing CPR.
• Performing advanced diagnostic tests.
• Managing hospitalized patients, performing recovery care and additional specialized treatments.
• Assist with CT scans of surgical patients.
• Help manage department schedules, including consults, rechecks and procedures.
• Provides education, home care instructions, and nutritional counseling to customers.
• Supports management of customer complaints as required in partnership with the Lead Specialty RVT and Hospital Manager, interacting with clientele to deescalate, resolve, and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion.
• Maintains practice software including client and patient record management.
• Follows all SOPs to support smooth hospital operations.
• Follows all federal and provincial animal health laws and regulations regarding workplace health and safety.
• Openly and proactively communicates updates to DVMs, Lead Specialty RVT and other department team members. Prioritize interdepartmental synergy by maintaining open lines of communication with other departments.

Other duties may be assigned as required.
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

 Education and Experience

• Animal Health Technology college diploma.
• Registered member of the ABVMA.
• Minimum of 2 years RVT experience.
• Prior experience working within a specialty department is an asset.

However, full internal training will be provided to the right candidate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proven active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information professionally.
• Strong time management and organizational skills including the abilities to plan, coordinate, multitask and prioritize.
• Genuine interest and initiative to help Pulse be the best practice it can be.
• Strong initiative and desire to be an integral key player in the growth and maturation of the surgery team.
• Intrinsic desire to grow personally and professionally.

Company Benefits

Pulse employees receive:

• Competitive compensation package
• Benefit plan including Medical, Dental and Disability leave
• Continuing education benefits
• Personal pet discounts
• Professional dues
• Uniform allowance
• Shift differential (where applicable)
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Access to a diverse team with varied experience and knowledge

We thank all interested candidates for applying, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.