Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) - Locum

Calgary Humane Society; Calgary; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Calgary Humane Society is seeking a licensed RVT to support veterinarians in a fast-paced clinic environment. You will handle a wide range of duties including anesthesia, diagnostic procedures, and client education while maintaining accurate records.

The role emphasizes animal welfare, professional conduct, and collaboration with staff, volunteers, and fosters. Applicants must be ABVMA licensed and flexible for a casual, on-demand schedule.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with ABVMA.
• One year or more RVT clinic experience considered an asset.
• Comfortable working with multiple species (cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, reptiles).

Responsibilities

• Promote organizational values and the society's mission.
• Ambassador for CHS internally and with external partners.
• Collaborate with staff, volunteers, foster parents, and the public professionally.
• Provide leadership and training to Animal Health volunteers.
• Assist with surgical prep and anesthesia and manage patient flow.
• Enter exam notes, lab results, and maintain medical records accurately.
• Fill, dispense, and explain medications to clients.
• Educate owners on pet health and wellness at the Wellness Clinic.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Stress management

Education

ABVMA license

Job description

No Overnight Shifts Required

Reporting to the Lead RVT and Animal Health Director, Calgary Humane Society’s RVTs are responsible for providing support to our 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 and demanding environment.

Casual on an as-needed basis

No Overnight Shifts Required

Reporting to the Lead RVT and Animal Health Director, Calgary Humane Society’s RVTs are responsible for providing support to our 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 and demanding environment.

Duties

• Promote organizational values in order to achieve the overall mission and vision of the organization
• Act as an ambassador for the society both internally and with external partners and stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, foster parents, and members of the public in a positive and professional manner
• Provide leadership and training to Animal Health volunteers to ensure they have the necessary skills to be successful
• Promote teamwork and comradery by taking initiative to assist teams and volunteers outside of designated department when help is needed
• Maintain a positive attitude, actively managing emotional situations in a respectful, compassionate, and professional manner, providing exemplary customer service to all patrons of CHS
• Completing all tasks to the highest standard, including all necessary paperwork and animal files in a precise and accurate manner
• Perform high quality and high-volume surgical prep, assist with the movement of patients, and manage flow of procedures
• Pre-medicate, induce, and intubate patients, monitor anesthesia, troubleshoot when necessary, and respond to anesthetic emergencies
• Perform comprehensive oral health assessment and treatments, take diagnostic dental radiographs, and accurately chart dental disease
• Accurately perform routine diagnostics including radiographs, bloodwork, fecals, urinalysis, ultrasound, cytology etc.
• Administer injections, medications, treatments, and supportive care as directed by CHS Veterinarians
• Enter exam notes and lab results efficiently and concisely, maintain up to date records, ensure rechecks and follow up are scheduled for all patients
• 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.
• Assist Animal Health Assistants with their duties to maintain the clinic and assess animals prior to returning to their kennels post-surgery
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Candidates must be currently licensed and in good standing with ABVMA
• Possess a genuine concern for the well-being of all animals
• 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, and reptiles
• Experience operating anesthetic machines and monitoring equipment
• Flexibility to work overtime on short notice and outside of regularly scheduled hours including days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays
• Flexible and non-judgmental approach to people and work; balancing empathy with an understanding of their needs along with the needs of the organization
• A positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• Ability to remain calm while working under pressure with competing priorities
• Ability to react quickly and competently in emergency situations
• Organized with the ability to manage a wide range of tasks while balancing demanding priorities and frequent disruptions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of people
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively 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-$31 per hour based on experience

Our Commitment to Inclusion

The people and families we serve are diverse, and Calgary Humane Society is committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the community around us. We believe that different identities, lived experiences, perspectives, and abilities strengthen our organization and help us better support animals and the people who care for them.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from people who have historically faced barriers to employment. We are committed to an accessible and equitable recruitment process, and accommodation is available at any stage upon request.

Closing date

Posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. To ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process, we are unable to respond to telephone or email inquiries regarding applications.