Emergency Registered Veterinary TechnologistEdmonton, AB, CAPosition Title: Emergency Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT)Reports to: Emergency RVT Team LeadDepartment: EmergencyStatus: Full-Time Permanent (40 hours per week)About the OpportunityAs Boreal Veterinary Centre's Emergency Department continues to grow, we are seeking three (3) Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs) to join our team. These positions will support our expanding caseload and help us continue delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding client service, and collaborative veterinary medicine in a fast-paced emergency setting.This position follows a rotating schedule consisting of 10-hour shifts, including days, afternoons, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.PrerequisitesA ctive member of the ABVMA and ABVTAAbility to lift 50 lbs (22 kg)A desire to grow the RVT professionConfidence with basic RVT skills including patient monitoring, venipuncture, and IV catheter placementProficiency with monitoring equipment (pulse oximetry, ECG, capnography, etc.)Willingness to create opportunities for themselves, the hospital, and their patientsIntent to share knowledge and expertise with others to elevate themAbility to provide constructive feedback to the team and ManagementExcellent communication, critical thinking, and time-management skillsCommitment to ongoing education and professional developmentAbility to be on time and prepared to work at the beginning of your scheduled shiftWorking Conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, animal vomit, urine, blood or feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches, and contagious diseases.Position SummaryThis role is a partnership and collaboration with veterinarians to provide gold standard medical care to our critical patients. At Boreal, we understand you strive to do your best for your patients, and we intend to give you every tool and opportunity to do so. As a medical professional,



you are expected to contribute your medical expertise to each case, to contribute at rounds and to mentor other members of this team (veterinarians and veterinary students included). All RVTs are encouraged to advocate for themselves and their career.Boreal recognizes, that historically, the RVT profession has always had a "glass ceiling". As our mission states, we are focused on continual advancement and professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us- whether it be VTS, management or another exciting opportunity for yourself.Essential Job FunctionsConduct physical examinations and patient assessmentsCalculate, draw, and administer oral and injectable medicationsSupervise and support Animal Care Assistants with their patient careEffectively communicate with clients via phone, email, and in personGenerate estimates and review informed consent with clientsAdminister, monitor, and recover patients from anesthesiaPerform medical procedures as prescribed by the veterinarianPerform venipuncture and catheter placementsUse in-house laboratory equipment and submission reference laboratory tests as neededObtain quality images with Xray, CT or ultrasoundPerform advanced diagnostic tests including scopesFill prescriptions, relay orders for compounded medicationsAdmit and set- up patients for hospitalization and transfer to ICUManage hospitalized patients, perform recovery care and additional specialized treatmentsAssist DVMs with appointmentsPerform tech appointmentsDouble check aftercare for the Animal Care AttendantsAssist with maintenance and quality control of equipmentMentor and support other members of the veterinary teamContribute suggestions to improve hospital flow and patient careMaintain detailed and accurate medical recordsOther tasks as deemed necessaryCompany BenefitsJoining the Boreal Veterinary Centre team means you'll enjoy an array of perks, including:Continuing education allowanceCoverage of professional duesOpportunities for growth and professional development

📌 Emergency Registered Veterinary Technologist (Edmonton)
🏢 Boreal Veterinary Centre
📍 Edmonton