Position Title: Emergency Veterinary Technologist Assistant

Reports to: Lead Emergency RVT

Department: Emergency

Status: Full-time Permanent

Position Summary

The Emergency Veterinary Technologist Assistant (TA) is responsible for supporting our emergency veterinarian team with various tasks and treatments, while setting an example of high-level patient care and teamwork at Pulse Veterinary Specialists & Emergency.

The Emergency TA will report to the Lead Emergency Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT).

The ideal candidate values maintaining a collegial working culture and prioritizes embracing the strategy, commitments, and goals of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

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  Deliver exceptional patient care.
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  Ensure internal and external hospital cleaning schedules are followed. Proactively identify areas of opportunity to maintain the hospitals cleaning standards.
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  Clean and maintain treatment rooms and equipment in preparation for procedures.
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  Assist Emergency RVTs and Veterinarians with various tasks and treatments.
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  Take pets weight and other vital signs upon arrival.
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  Provide patient restraint as required during procedures and examinations.
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  Perform inventory management of supplies as required, including, receiving, storage, and handling.
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  Feed, bathe, and care for patients who stay overnight in our facility.
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  Openly and proactively communicate updates to emergency and management team members.
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  Prioritize interdepartmental synergy by maintaining open lines of communication with other departments.
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  Follows all SOPs to support smooth hospital operations.
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  Follow all federal and provincial animal health laws and regulations regarding workplace health and safety.
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  Adhere to the hospitals health and safety policies.

Other duties may be assigned as required.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

Education and Experience

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  Minimum of 2 years experience working with animals.
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  Minimum of 1 year experience working as veterinary assistant preferred.
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  Completion of Veterinary Medical Assistant program is considered an asset but not required.
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  At least 18 years of age to meet Occupational Health & Safety requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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  Comfortable working with all animals and with communicating with our patients owners.
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  Exceptional customer service skills.
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  Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
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  Ability to adapt to changing situations and remain calm in stressful situations.

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  Strong time management and organizational skills, including the ability to carryout tasks independently.
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  Proven active listening and problem-solving skills.
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  Desire and initiative to continuously improve the practice and grow as a professional.

Company Benefits

Pulse employees receive:

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  Competitive compensation package
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  Personal pet discounts
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  Uniform allowance
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  Shift differential (where applicable)
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  Opportunities for growth and professional development
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  Access to a diverse team with varied experience and knowledge