Canada West Veterinary Specialists (CWVS), a privately owned and operated, multi-disciplinary emergency and specialty hospital is looking for an exceptional Veterinary Technologist (VT) graduate to join our newly established Cardiology department. Our goal is to build a service that delivers high-level, progressive cardiology care.The first veterinary specialty hospital in Metro Vancouver, CWVS is a state-of-the-art Level VECCS level 1 and VetCOT Trauma centre certified facility. We have 30+ veterinarians in the following disciplines: emergency and critical care, surgery, neurology, radiology, internal medicine, oncology, and cardiology. 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 CT, and a 1.5T MRI.We are seeking a candidate who is equally passionate about veterinary medicine, committed to continuous learning and professional growth, and takes pride in providing patient-focused, client-centered care. Training will be provided; however, the ideal candidate should be motivated to develop new and advanced skills.ResponsibilitiesDevelops a strong understanding of Cardiology procedures, protocols, medications, and equipment, ensuring protected and effective useCommunicates clearly and efficiently with clients, referring veterinarians, and internal teamsObtains and relays detailed patient histories to the cardiologistMaintains accurate, timely patient records, treatments, and procedures in Ezyvet and SmartFlowEnsures effective patient handovers and communication with Wards and ICU teamsPrepares, calculates, and administers medications as directed by the cardiologistSupports equipment maintenance and documentationMaintains clean,



organized work and procedure areasCoordinates team workflow, including breaks and task delegation to Patient Care AssistantsMonitors and maintains adequate inventory levelsKeeps Standard Operating Procedures accurate and up to datePerforms other duties as requiredSkills DevelopmentAdministering IV, IM, SQ, and oral medicationsPerform venipunctures and artery puncture using patients’ cephalic, saphenous, and jugular veinsAbility to identify catheters commonly used for interventional techniques and cardia catheterizationMonitoring telemetry and performing 6 and 10 lead ECGsRecognize common arrhythmias including SVT, Atrial fibrillation, VPCs (versus bundle branch block), V-tach, sinus arrhythmia, sinus arrest, and various forms of AV blockPerforming more advanced techniques, such as transesophageal echocardiography (under supervision), among others interventional proceduresScheduling4, 10-hour shifts between Monday to Friday. Travel for initial training may be required.What we offerCompetitive wages ($28.00 - $36.00 per hour, depending on experience)Support in obtaining AIMVT-Cardiology certification if desiredRRSP matchingExtended health and dental benefitsWellness spending accountEmployee pet insuranceStaff discounts on services and productsCE allowance plus in-house opportunitiesUniform allowanceWe thank all applicants for their interest in Canada West Veterinary Specialists, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Pay: $28.00-$36.00 per hourBenefitsCasual dressCompany eventsDental careDiscounted or free foodEmployee assistance programExtended health careLife insuranceOn-site parkingPaid time offTuition reimbursementVision careWork Location: In person#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Veterinary Technician/Technologist - Cardiology - $28 - $36 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Canada West Veterinary Specialists
📍 Winnipeg