Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Emergency & Critical Care RVT

Position Overview: Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital is looking for an experienced, collaborative and professional Registered Veterinary Technician with a passion for emergency medicine to join our ER team. This position requires a driven individual with attention to detail and who is a self- starter and able to work in a fast paced environment. The ideal candidate must be computer literate and have exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills. Critical thinking and problem- solving skills are crucial; you must be able to multitask, collaborate and communicate with co-workers efficiently, effectively and professionally.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Triage patients, assessing vitals to determine stable vs critical
• Induction, maintenance, and recovery of companion animals
• Knowledge of common & emergent medications
• The ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
• The ability to deliver exceptional client & patient service
• Placement and maintenance of intravenous catheters, arterial catheters and central lines
• Calculate CRIs, fluid additives and drug doses
• Knowledge of fluid pumps and fluid setup, including syringe pumps and CRI administration
• Ability to perform Imaging and laboratory diagnostics
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures under sedation and anesthesia
• Complete treatment plans ordered for hospitalized patients
• Filling and review prescriptions
• Patient discharges and client communications

Education

• Graduate from a licensed Veterinary Technician program (required)
• Completed the VTNE
• In good standing or able to license with provincial licensing boards (NSVMA, EVTA)
• Able to perform physically demanding work that requires lifting (up to 50 pounds) and constant motion

Total Compensation

• A Competitive Wage Rate
• A Comprehensive Health Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, & Vision premiums paid by clinic)
• Professional Services Coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist, acupuncturist and more)
• Enhanced Mental Health Practitioner Coverage
• P3 Pawsitive Health & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance for advanced professional development plus three days of paid leave to attend CE; RECOVER training, AtDove CE, Fear Free training
• RRSP Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Licensing & Membership Dues
• Paid Vacation Time
• Overnight premium
• Paid Sick & Personal Emergency Days
• Hospital Discounts
• Uniform Allowance
• Signing Bonus
• Relocation Allowance to assist with moving expenses can be arranged for out-of-town candidates
• VTS mentorship

This position has tremendous opportunity for growth and advancement as our hospital grows. We like to work with energetic, motivated, and communicative individuals with a strong desire to make a positive difference in the lives of pets and their people. Come and join our diverse and professional team – we look forward to hearing from you!