Registered Veterinary Technician, Specialist (Surgery)

VetStrategy; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Continuing education benefits

Personal pet discounts

Professional dues

Uniform allowance

Shift differential

Growth and development opportunities

Diverse team

Job summary

Pulse Veterinary Specialists & Emergency is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to act as a skilled RVT on the clinical floor, setting an example in patient and client care and teamwork. The Surgery RVT reports to the Lead Specialty RVT and collaborates with doctors to deliver high-quality care.

The role offers a compressed work week with four 10-hour shifts, in a supportive, family-like culture within VetStrategy.

Qualifications

• Animal Health Technology college diploma.
• Minimum of 2 years RVT experience, preferably in a surgery department setting.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs all technical responsibilities of an RVT including usage and care of medical equipment and sterilization techniques.
• Placing IV catheters; calculating drug doses, fluid requirements and CRIs.
• Understanding and performing anesthesia, post-anesthetic recovery of patients.
• Use of anesthetic ventilator and multiparameter monitors.
• Producing radiographs.
• Performing CPR.
• Collection and submission of laboratory samples for testing.
• Assisting in surgeries.
• Managing hospitalized patients, performing recovery care and additional specialized treatments.
• Substantial client communication is required.
• Obtaining patient history and transferring pertinent information into the medical record.
• Help manage department schedule, including consults, rechecks and procedures.
• Provides education and home care instructions to clients.
• 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.
• Option to participate in on-call rotation for out of hours emergencies.
• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Organization

Problem-solving

Active listening

Team collaboration

Education

Animal Health Technology diploma

Job description

Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.

We Bring This To Life Through Three Promises

• Our People Promise – To be a great place to work.
• Our Customer Promise – To deliver world-class veterinary care, locally.
• Our Sustainability Promise – To be a force for good.

Guided by our values—We Care, We Dare, We Share— we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together.

Position Title: Registered Veterinary Technologist

Reports to: Lead Specialty RVT

Department: Surgery

Status: Full-time, Permanent

Position Summary

The 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 Surgery RVT will report to the Lead Specialty Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) and works collaboratively with Dr. Bruce, Dr. Gilbert, and other specialty services to deliver high-quality patient care.

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.

This role will allow for a compressed work week with four 10-hour shifts.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs all technical responsibilities of an RVT including:
• Usage and care of medical equipment, as well as sterilization techniques.
• Placing IV catheters; calculating drug doses, fluid requirements and CRIs.
• Understanding and performing anesthesia, post-anesthetic recovery of patients.
• Use of anesthetic ventilator and multiparameter monitors.
• Producing radiographs.
• Performing CPR.
• Collection and submission of various laboratory samples for testing.
• Assisting in surgeries.
• Managing hospitalized patients, performing recovery care and additional specialized treatments.
• Substantial client communication is required.
• Obtaining patient history and transferring pertinent information into the medical record.
• Help manage department schedule, including consults, rechecks and procedures.
• Provides education and home care instructions to clients.
• 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.
• Option to participate in on-call rotation for out of hours emergencies.
• 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.

Qualifications

Other duties may be assigned as required.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Education and Experience

• Animal Health Technology college diploma.
• Minimum of 2 years RVT experience (preferably in a surgery department setting).

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
• 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

Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team! VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to [e-mail].