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Veterinary Technician Full Time
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
Canada West Veterinary Specialists is an exciting multi-disciplinary specialty referral practice with a dedicated 24-hour ERCC service. We hold a unique designation as the only verified Veterinary Trauma Center in Western Canada, designated per the Veterinary Committee on Trauma (VetCOT). We have 7 specialty departments, including Oncology, Neurology, Diagnostic Imaging, Surgery, Internal Medicine and Anesthesiology, with added services including Rehabilitation Therapy and an in-house lab.
With a team of over 150 staff members, we are a group of dedicated and diverse individuals passionate about working together to provide the best patient care and highest client satisfaction.
Website: https://canadawestvets.com/
Work Location/Business Address: 1988 Kootenay Street, Vancouver. V5M 4Y3.
Telephone: 604-473-4882 | Fax: 604-473-4898
Terms of Employment: Permanent Full-time
Language of Work: English
Schedule A – Job Description
Position: Veterinary Technician
Department: Wards/ICU
Reports to: Technician Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY
This position is primarily responsible for patient care including following treatment plans, administration of drugs, monitoring for vital signs and over-all patient assessment. Client communication is an integral part of this role and both communication and hands-on patient care is under the direct supervision of the Specialist and or the Hospitalist on the case. This position is a part of group of Veterinary Technicians working on a rotating schedule to cover all hours of the hospital’s operation.
An ideal candidate would be available to work rotational shifts including weekends, nights, & overnights, have a can-do attitude and passion for animal care.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
– Starting Wage: $27.00/hr
– Shift premiums for evening and overnight shifts
– We grow together with our in-house Continuing Education presentations
– Subsidized extended health benefits
– 5 paid sick days per year
– Scrubs allowance per year
– Wellness Spending account
– We believe in your well-being and provide a company sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) enabling access to caring professionals that can help access support related to fitness, physical health and mental well-being programs.
– We provide employer paid Pet insurance to our employees.
– We believe in recognizing our staff with an anniversary recognition program.
– We have a profit-sharing program to recognize our staff’s contributions for our success.
– We have fun together with our hospital sponsored social events like; having Food Trucks visit us onsite, Halloween pumpkin carving contests, Annual Christmas Party, Pub Nights, etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
– Must develop a thorough understanding of all common drugs/medications used, procedures and protocols within the Wards and ICU, as well as the ability to use all equipment safely and effectively.
– Directly monitor, carry out treatments and procedures, ensure patient comfort and document care for patients so that accurate medical records are maintained and accurate invoicing can be done.
– In addition to written records, ensures that pertinent information and observations relating to patient care is provided to the next shift during oral rounds.
– Carry out communication with; primary Doctor, Hospitalist regarding patient status updates, and alert of any changes or concerns. And Participate in communication with Clients.
– Calculates, dispenses and administers medications at the direction of the Specialist on the case.
– Perform technical nursing skills such as: IV catheter placement, blood collection, urine collection (cystocentesis, catheterization), taking radiographs, etc.
– Ensures supply inventory is sufficient to meet the demands of work area, and that that the work area is kept clean and organized.
– Ensures that all equipment is properly maintained documented and any concerns are reported.
– Responsible for coordinating breaks and delegating appropriate tasks to Patient Care Assistants on shift.
– Facilitate a positive work environment.
– Actively participates in all offered in house CE
– Performs other duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
– Has a strong knowledge and understanding of normal vital parameters, and the ability to recognize changes and or abnormalities.
– A strong knowledge of asepsis.
– Strong mathematics skills (drug dose calculations, CRI’s, dilutions).
– Excellent communication skills, computer and phone skills.
– A strong desire to learn and to excel within the profession.
– Ability to stay calm to recognize and establish priorities and execute patient triage at all times.
– Excellent organizational skills.
– Ability to work with little or no supervision when necessary and ability to work as part of a team.
– High level of professionalism.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
– Graduate of an accredited program for Veterinary Technologists.
– Registered Veterinary Technology designation preferred.
– Demonstrated skills, experience and training that would qualify the individual for a position of responsibility.
Salary: $27.00-$35.00 per hour