Veterinary Technician – Canada West Veterinary Specialists and Critical Care Hospital – Vancouver, BC Full Time

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)
• 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.
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision when necessary and ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, computer and phone skills
• 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
• Completed AHT Program
• Sedation and/or General Anesthesia experience preferred