Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

P3vetpartners; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive veterinary clinic in Calgary as an RVT, where you'll experience a perfect balance of work and outdoor adventures. Enjoy a supportive environment and excellent benefits, including competitive wages, health coverage, and opportunities for professional development. If you're passionate about high-quality veterinary care and love the great outdoors, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

A Competitive Wage Rate

Comprehensive Health Benefits Package

Unlimited Continuing Education funds

Paid Vacation Time

Generous Veterinary Discounts

Clothing Allowance

Relocation Allowance

Qualifications

• Diploma as a Veterinary Technician/Technologist required.
• Experience in veterinary settings preferred.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Administer diagnostic tests and assist with surgical procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and provide veterinary nursing care.
• Document accurate medical records and manage inventory.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Diagnostic test administration

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Veterinary nursing care

Medical record documentation

Equipment operation

Dental procedure knowledge

Education

Diploma - Veterinary Technician/Technologist

Job description

Calling all RVTs that love the Mountains!

Stoney Trail Veterinary Clinic in NW Calgary is a well-respected Small Animal practice that values open communication, preventative medicine, teamwork, and impeccable client care. If you’re searching for a progressive clinic, work-life balance, and a supportive culture - search no further!

With Banff just a 1-hour drive from the clinic, you'll appreciate quick access to all the incredible outdoor activities the Rocky Mountains have to offer, while simultaneously enjoying Calgary's vibrant cultural scene, amenities, affordability, and the world-renowned Stampede. Mountain hiking and biking, skiing, fishing, snowshoeing, kayaking, river rafting… it's all possible in this area! This is an unparalleled opportunity to live a beautiful balance of work and play. We are happy to offer a part-time or full-time schedule. There is no On Call. If you're passionate about high-quality medicine and exploring the Great Canadian Outdoors, you can’t afford to miss this opportunity.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Communicate in a compassionate and professional manner with clients and fellow veterinary care team members using efficient oral and written communication skills.
• Administer and analyze diagnostic tests (hematology, clinical chemistry, cytology, urinalysis, etc.) utilizing appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Assist Veterinarian with surgical and therapeutic procedures. Utilize gold-standard patient care techniques, ensuring operating room environment complies with all aseptic standards and protocols.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia and analgesia in accordance with the veterinary scope of practice and provincial laws governing the RVT profession.
• Provide excellent veterinary nursing care in a professional and ethical manner through the synthesis of veterinary theory, principles and concepts (including Fear Free techniques) within the scope of regulations dictated by the provincial governing laws of the profession.
• Document and maintain accurate veterinary medical records, following regulated procedures and standards.
• Operate and maintain state-of-the-art veterinary medical equipment, following health and safety regulations in accordance with veterinary profession standards.
• Execute and evaluate quality diagnostic images utilizing knowledge of theory, principles and concepts.
• Perform dental procedures in compliance with professional veterinary industry standards, employing an in-depth knowledge of dental structures, conditions and lesions, causes and stages of diseases.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by veterinary office inventory control procedures.
• Maintain and support a collaborative work environment and assist other staff members as required.

Education

• Diploma - Veterinary Technician/Technologist

Total Compensation - We recognize how critical RVTs are to providing the best possible medical, surgical, and preventative medicine. We prove this by supporting your personal, financial, and professional growth through:

• A Competitive Wage Rate
• A Comprehensive Health Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, & Vision premiums paid by clinic)
• Professional Services Coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist, acupuncturist and more)
• Enhanced Mental Health Practitioner Coverage
• P3 Pawsitive Health & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Unlimited Continuing Education (CE) funds for advanced professional development plus three days of paid leave to attend CE
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Licensing & Membership Dues
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick & Personal Emergency Days
• Generous Veterinary Discounts (75% off services for your own pets, and an extended family and friends discount)
• Clothing Allowance
• Relocation Allowance to assist with moving expenses can be arranged for out-of-town candidates

If you are looking for a progressive environment where each individual is heard, and recognized for their unique contributions, we'd love to talk.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace.

Visit our website at:www.stvc.ca