Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre
Healthcare
VeterinaryTechnician,ER&ICU
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“Veterinary Technician, ER & ICU at Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre. Skills: Emergency care, Critical care, Patient monitoring. Provide advanced care for critically ill patients. Assist with emergency resuscitation”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Registered Veterinary Technician credential
Nice to Have
New experience in emergency and specialty services
What You'll Do.
Provide advanced care for critically ill patients
Assist with emergency resuscitation
Assist with trauma stabilization
Assist with critical care management
Prepare patients for anesthesia
Prepare patients for surgical procedures
Monitor vitals throughout procedures
Assist with diagnostic testing
Maintain medical equipment
Prepare medical equipment
Participate in professional development
Contribute to mentoring junior team members
Contribute to training junior team members
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Skilled team of specialists; Skilled team of technicians
Communication Scope
Client care
Full Job Description
# Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT # ## Location: Calgary, AB ## Department: ER/ICU ## Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time, Casual and Overnight ## Compensation: $25.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills. ## Schedule: Flexible schedule, ask us more! Shift Premium for overnights! ## Relocation Allowance and Support Available! ## **Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre **is a state-of-the-art veterinary emergency and referral hospital, providing expert care and treatment around the clock. We are expanding our team and are welcoming**Registered Veterinary Technicians** who want to **expand their skills, grow professionally,** and be part of an **amazing collaborative team**. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and want to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families, we want to hear from you! As a specialized Registered Veterinary Technician, you will perform the following key responsibilities: * Provide advanced care for 7 to 10 critically ill and injured patients on average per shift * Assist with emergency resuscitation, trauma stabilization and critical care management * Prepare patients for anesthesia and surgical procedures, monitoring vitals throughout * Assist or perform diagnostic testing, lab work and imaging * Maintain and prepare medical equipment, medications and supplies * Collaborate closely with a skilled team of specialists and technicians to ensure seamless patient care * Participate in ongoing professional development * Contribute to mentoring and training junior team members **Qualifications:** * Registered Veterinary Technician credential**** * **Open to new graduates; experience in emergency and specialty services is an asset ** * Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment * Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to client care * Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary medical team * Strong attention to detail a
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