Veterinary Technician
- Calgary, AB, Canada
- Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our veterinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal care, veterinary procedures, and technical skills to support our veterinarians in providing exceptional medical services. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on animal health and well-being, including both small and large animals. The RVT will play a vital role in patient care, laboratory work, and assisting with various veterinary procedures.
Duties
- Assist veterinarians with medical examinations, treatments, and surgeries for a variety of animals including dogs and cats.
- Perform laboratory tests such as blood work, urinalysis, and other diagnostic procedures.
- Handle animal restraint and restraint techniques to ensure safety during examinations and procedures.
- Conduct animal catheterization, injections, and administer medications following aseptic techniques.
- Maintain accurate medical records and document all treatments and procedures performed.
- Assist with pet care, and animal husbandry tasks to ensure the comfort and health of patients.
- Operate diagnostic equipment including X-ray machines and assist with radiographic procedures.
- Handle laboratory tasks related to veterinary critical care and other specialized testing.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols related to animal handling, laboratory procedures, and clinical environments.
Qualifications
- Valid RVT license or certification required.
- Experience with animal handling, restraint techniques, catheterization, and laboratory procedures.
- Familiarity with dental terminology, and X-ray operation is advantageous.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills with an empathetic approach toward animals and clients. This position offers an engaging opportunity for experienced (or new grad) RVTs committed to animal health excellence within a professional veterinary setting.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Work Location: In person
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Responsibilities
Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, surgeries, diagnostic testing, and patient care for a variety of animals. Maintain medical records, operate diagnostic equipment, perform laboratory and clinical procedures, and follow safety protocols.
Requirements
A valid Registered Veterinary Technician license or certification is required, along with experience in animal handling, restraint, catheterization, and laboratory procedures. Candidates should communicate effectively, work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting, and ideally have familiarity with dental terminology and X-ray operation.
Skills
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Veterinary Procedures
- Laboratory Testing
- Blood Work
- Urinalysis
- Catheterization
- Injections
- Medication Administration
- Aseptic Techniques
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Animal Husbandry
- X-Ray Operation
- Radiographic Procedures
- Critical Care Testing
- Client Communication
Benefits
- Dental Care
- On-Site Parking
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
Keywords
- Registered Veterinary Technician
- RVT License
- RVT Certification
- Animal Care
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Veterinary Procedures
- Medical Examinations
- Surgery Assistance
- Laboratory Testing
- Blood Work
- Urinalysis
- Catheterization
- Injections
- Medication Administration
- Aseptic Techniques
- Medical Records
- Animal Husbandry
- X-Ray Machines
- Radiographic Procedures
- Veterinary Critical Care
- Dental Terminology
- Safety Protocols