Team Lead, Registered Veterinary Technologist, Guardian Veterinary Centre (Mat Leave Coverage)

VCA Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary healthcare provider in Edmonton is seeking a full-time Emergency Registered Veterinary Technologist to oversee a team of RVTs. This role involves scheduling, payroll, and providing mentorship. The ideal candidate is an RVT with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team. VCA Canada offers competitive benefits including a Student Loan RRSP Program and continuing education benefits.

Benefits

Student Loan RRSP Program

Paid wellness days

Continuing education benefits

Generous personal pet care discounts

Referral Bonus Rewards

Qualifications

• Registered RVT with experience in the veterinary field.
• Self-motivated to keep busy.
• Able to work well in a highly functioning team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of 10+ RVTs.
• Schedule and manage payroll.
• Provide training, mentorship, and support.
• Maintain timely and accurate patient records.
• Conduct triaging and ICU treatments.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proven leadership skills

Excellent verbal communication

Ability to adapt to client needs

Education

Registered RVT

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Team Lead, Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Department : Emergency

Mat Leave Coverage 12-18 months

Location : Edmonton, AB

Guardian Veterinary Centre , a member of VCA Canada, is currently welcoming a full-time Emergency Registered Veterinary Technologist to join our always-growing facility. This role will require you to oversee a team of 10+ RVTs and report to the Assistant and General Managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Scheduling
• Payroll
• Training, mentorship and development
• Ongoing support of team members.
• Other responsibilities include : triaging, ICU treatments, starting client appointments, collecting and running or submitting blood samples, radiographs, as well as maintaining timely and accurate patient records.

Qualifications for an ideal candidate

• Excellent interpersonal skills and be compassionate with the ability to adapt to the needs of the clients within the various services.
• Proven leadership skills and the desire to grow.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work well within a highly functioning team.
• This person will be self-motivated to keep busy.

Schedule : The schedule for this position will be a combination of 4 x 10-hour shifts and 5 x 8-hour shifts over the Monday to Friday period. Applicants must be registered RVTs with experience in the veterinary field and be eligible for registration with AAAHT in Alberta.

What VCA Canada offers

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Medical Library : 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!
• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• Paid membership and dues
• Annual uniform allowance
• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• Continuing education benefits : paid to learn!
• Referral Bonus Rewards!
• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus.
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care
• Access to amazing mini-courses
• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!