Apply for Emergency Veterinary Technician/Technologist - Weekends at Canada West Veterinary Specialists in Vancouver, BC, CA. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.
Canada West Veterinary Specialists (CWVS), a privately owned and operated, multi-disciplinary emergency and specialty hospital is looking for exceptional Veterinary Technicians (VT) to join our Emergency department. The first veterinary specialty hospital in Metro Vancouver, CWVS is a state-of-the-art Level VECCS level 1 and VetCOT certified facility.
We have 30+ veterinarians in the following disciplines: emergency and critical care, surgery, neurology, radiology, internal medicine, and oncology. In addition to a rehabilitation department, 6 ORs, 2 isolation wards, and a newly redesigned ER, ICU, and Wards, we are equipped with 2 digital radiology suites, a new CT, and a 1.5T MRI.
BENEFITS Hourly shift premiums provided for the evening portion of the shifts
We grow together with our monthly in-house Continuing Education presentations
Subsidized extended health benefits
Paid sick days
Uniform allowance per year
Wellness Spending account per year
We provide employer paidpet insurance that insures up to 2 pets
RRSP matching program
Rewards and recognition program to recognize our staff’s hard work and contributions to our success
We believe in your well-being and provide a company sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) enabling access to caring professionals that can help access support related to fitness, physical health and mental well-being programs
We have fun together with our hospital sponsored social events like; having Food Trucks visit us onsite, Halloween pumpkin carving contests, Annual Christmas Party,



Pub Nights, etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with admission of patients through the Emergency department, including initial patient triage on presentation
Assists with initial diagnostics, and performs technical nursing skills such as: IV catheter placement, blood collection, urine collection (cystocentesis, catheterization), taking radiographs, etc.
Calculates, dispenses and administers medication at the direction of the Criticalist or Doctor on the case
Ensures that while monitoring patient status, any changes, updates or concerns are reported to the Criticalist or Doctor
Ensures that procedures, materials, treatments etc. are accurately documented on computerized software in advance of daily invoicing
Communicates with clients regarding nursing updates, as required or as directed by the Doctor
Documents all patient information, while on shift, including patient history and status, and ensures that this information is transmitted adequately and in a time-sensitive manner at shift change during oral rounds
Keeps the Emergency area clean, stocked and organized appropriately
Trains/mentors new Technicians and Assistants
Assists with the sedation of patients
Actively participate in and successfully complete company provided sedation and GA training programs, and all in house CE, as offered and/or scheduled




When not involved in emergency cases, assists in the Wards and ICU departments
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Thorough understanding of all common drugs/medications used in the Emergency department and ICU, procedures and protocols within the ER, as well as the ability to use all equipment safely and effectively
Knowledge of hospital guidelines and protocols
Knowledge of common critical disease processes and injuries
Ability triage effectively and establish priorities within the Emergency service
Ability to respond effectively and appropriately to stressful situations and individuals
Ability to remain calm in emergencies
Ability to quickly recognize change in patient status
Ability to lead, mentor, and teach
Demonstrated computer skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of professionalism
Robust desire to learn and excel within the profession
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited program for Veterinary Technologists
VTS (ECC) designation preferred or desire to become specialized
Demonstrated skills, experience and training that would qualify the individual for a position of responsibility within the ERCC, ICU and Wards
WORKING HOURS 3, 12-hour shifts from 11:00 - 00:00, Saturday, Sunday & Monday
The schedule may change based on operational needs
PAY & BENEFITS Pay: $28.00-$36.00 per hour
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
In office parking
Paid time off
Profit sharing
RRSP match
Work Location: In person

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📌 Emergency Veterinary Technician/Technologist - Weekends at Canada West Veterinary Specialists (British Columbia)
🏢 Canada West Veterinary Specialists
📍 British Columbia