registered veterinary technician
Posted on
May 11, 2024
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Central Veterinary Clinic
Job details
Central Veterinary Clinic is a multi-veterinarian, progressive mixed practice based in Ponoka, Alberta, with a satellite clinic located in Bashaw, Alberta. Our commitment is to care for our clients by providing the highest quality of services. We offer a competitive wage based on experience, complete Health and Dental package and allowances for continuing education and clothing. We also pay for association dues, have a staff discount program and most importantly, a fun, enjoyable work environment.
Currently we are looking for a full time *Registered Veterinary Technologist* to join our dedicated and professional team. The duties of the RVT include but are not limited to:
· Assist the Veterinarian with medical, surgical, and dental procedures. Involves preparing patients, instruments, and equipment for surgery; administering and monitoring anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian and administering fluids and other injections as prescribed by the Veterinarian.
· Build positive client relationships through remaining calm in all circumstances, displaying genuine care and compassion towards clients and their pets, being respectful in all interactions and providing exceptional customer service.
· Conduct specimen collection and perform routine laboratory procedures and assist the Veterinarian with all tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
· Maintain or monitor equipment such as anesthetic machines, surgery monitors, scopes, and other equipment. Ensure all equipment is in good working condition.
· Conduct dental cleaning procedures excluding extractions.
· Accurately calculate and administer controlled drugs under supervision of a veterinarian.
· Evaluate, triage, and perform emergency procedures with Veterinarian guidance. Includes efficiently and accurately administering controlled drugs, setting up IV fluids, taking and evaluating x-rays (fractures).
· Perform all roles responsibilities in accordance with hospital medical policies and procedures.
· Follow controlled drug and occupational health and safety guidelines. Follow appropriate safety and handling of hazardous materials.
· Administer intravenous medications, vaccines and treatments as prescribed by Veterinarians.
· Clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.
· Conduct end of day roles responsibilities as established by the Practice.
· Contribute to the team by offering assistance to others and willingly performing job tasks that might be outside of normal job responsibilities.
*The right individual will have:*
· A strong work ethic, while keeping a sense of humor in a fast-paced environment.
· Excellent customer service skills.
· Excellent technical and communication skills
· Ability to be gentle, quiet, and patient with animals.
· Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
· An ability to work independently, but also as part of a team is essential.
· Strong organizational and multitasking skills would be an asset.
· A willingness to continually improve themselves.
· Ability to lift and carry animals up to 40 pounds and walk, stand or work in a bent position for extended periods of time.
*Credentials *
Registration by a provincial or territorial, or regional association as Registered Animal Health Technologist, Registered Veterinary Technician
If your skill set meets these requirements, *please submit your cover letter and resume, including references.*
We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Extended health care
* Vision care
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
* Overtime pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Ponoka, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting
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LocationPonoka, AB
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
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