Technologist Assistant - Emergency
Top Benefits
About the role
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
- Deliver exceptional patient care.
- Ensure internal and external hospital cleaning schedules are followed. Proactively identify areas of opportunity to maintain the hospital’s cleaning standards.
- Clean and maintain treatment rooms and equipment in preparation for procedures.
- Assist Emergency RVTs and Veterinarians with various tasks and treatments.
- Take pets’ weight and other vital signs upon arrival.
- Provide patient restraint as required during procedures and examinations.
- Perform inventory management of supplies as required, including, receiving, storage, and handling.
- Feed, bathe, and care for patients who stay overnight in our facility.
- Openly and proactively communicate updates to emergency and management team members.
- Prioritize interdepartmental synergy by maintaining open lines of communication with other departments.
- Follows all SOPs to support smooth hospital operations.
- Follow all federal and provincial animal health laws and regulations regarding workplace health and safety.
- Adhere to the hospital’s health and safety policies.
Other duties may be assigned as required.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
Education and Experience
- Minimum of 2 years experience working with animals.
- Minimum of 1 year experience working as veterinary assistant preferred.
- Completion of Veterinary Medical Assistant program is considered an asset but not required.
- 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:
- Competitive compensation package
- Personal pet discounts
- Uniform allowance
- Shift differential (where applicable)
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- Access to a diverse team with varied experience and knowledge
Technologist Assistant - Emergency
Top Benefits
About the role
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
- Deliver exceptional patient care.
- Ensure internal and external hospital cleaning schedules are followed. Proactively identify areas of opportunity to maintain the hospital’s cleaning standards.
- Clean and maintain treatment rooms and equipment in preparation for procedures.
- Assist Emergency RVTs and Veterinarians with various tasks and treatments.
- Take pets’ weight and other vital signs upon arrival.
- Provide patient restraint as required during procedures and examinations.
- Perform inventory management of supplies as required, including, receiving, storage, and handling.
- Feed, bathe, and care for patients who stay overnight in our facility.
- Openly and proactively communicate updates to emergency and management team members.
- Prioritize interdepartmental synergy by maintaining open lines of communication with other departments.
- Follows all SOPs to support smooth hospital operations.
- Follow all federal and provincial animal health laws and regulations regarding workplace health and safety.
- Adhere to the hospital’s health and safety policies.
Other duties may be assigned as required.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
Education and Experience
- Minimum of 2 years experience working with animals.
- Minimum of 1 year experience working as veterinary assistant preferred.
- Completion of Veterinary Medical Assistant program is considered an asset but not required.
- At least 18 years of age to meet Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
-
Comfortable working with all animals and with communicating with our patients’ owners.
-
Exceptional customer service skills.
-
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
-
Ability to adapt to changing situations and remain calm in stressful situations.
-
Strong time management and organizational skills, including the ability to carryout tasks independently.
-
Proven active listening and problem-solving skills.
-
Desire and initiative to continuously improve the practice and grow as a professional.
Company Benefits
Pulse employees receive:
- Competitive compensation package
- Personal pet discounts
- Uniform allowance
- Shift differential (where applicable)
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- Access to a diverse team with varied experience and knowledge