Anesthesia Registered Veterinary Technologist
Surgery Full Time Edmonton, AB, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1071

Position Title: Anesthesia Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT)
Reports to: Lead Anesthesia RVT
Department: Surgery
Status: Full-Time Permanent (40 hours per week )

About the Opportunity
Boreal Veterinary Centre's Surgery Department is seeking one (1) Full-Time Anesthesia Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to join our team. This position will support our growing surgical and specialty services and help us continue delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding client service, and collaborative veterinary medicine in a fast-paced referral workplace.

This position follows a regular schedule consisting of 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with participation in a rotating on-call weekend schedule to support after-hours surgical and anesthetic patient care.

Prerequisites

Active member of the ABVMA and ABVTA

Ability to lift 50 lbs (22 kg)

A desire to grow the RVT profession

Experience with general anesthesia in dogs and cats for various procedures

Proficient in using monitoring equipment (pulse oximetry, ECG, capnography, blood pressure)

Knowledgeable in sedation, induction, inhalant, and injectable anesthetics

Strong mathematical skills for drug calculations, infusions, and unit conversions

Understanding of aseptic techniques for patient and operating room preparation

Commitment to ongoing education in anesthesia and analgesia

Excellent communication, critical thinking, and time-management skills

Willingness to create opportunities for themselves, the hospital, and their patients

Intent to share knowledge and expertise with others to elevate them





Ability to provide constructive feedback to the Surgery team and Management

Ability to be on time and prepared to work at the beginning of your scheduled shift

Working Conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, animal vomit, urine, blood or feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches, and contagious diseases.

Position Summary

This role is a partnership and collaboration with veterinarians to provide gold standard anesthetic care to our 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, participate in rounds, and mentor other members of the veterinary team, including veterinarians and veterinary students. All RVTs are encouraged to advocate for themselves and their career development.

In addition to general RVT duties, this position may require cross-training in other specialty departments such as Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Cardiology, as needed.

Boreal recognizes that the RVT profession has historically faced barriers to advancement. As our mission states, we are focused on continual growth and professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us—whether through pursuing a VTS designation, moving into leadership,



or exploring other exciting career opportunities within our hospital.

Essential Job Functions

Conduct physical examinations and patient assessments

Calculate, draw, and administer oral and injectable medications

Supervise and support Animal Care Assistants with their patient care

Effectively communicate with clients via phone, email, and in person

Generate estimates and review informed consent with clients

Administer, monitor, and recover patients from anesthesia

Perform medical procedures as prescribed by the veterinarian

Perform venipuncture and catheter placements

Use in-house laboratory equipment and submission reference laboratory tests as needed

Obtain quality images with Xray, CT or ultrasound

Perform advanced diagnostic tests including scopes

Fill prescriptions, relay orders for compounded medications

Admit and set- up patients for hospitalization and transfer to ICU

Manage hospitalized patients, perform recovery care and additional specialized treatments

Assist DVMs with appointments

Perform tech appointments

Double check aftercare for the Animal Care Attendants

Assist with maintenance and quality control of equipment

Mentor and support other members of the veterinary team

Contribute suggestions to improve hospital flow and patient care

Maintain detailed and accurate medical records

Other tasks as deemed necessary

Company Benefits

Joining the Boreal Veterinary Centre team means you'll enjoy an array of perks, including:

Continuing education allowance

Coverage of professional dues

Opportunities for growth and professional development

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📌 Anesthesia Registered Veterinary Technologist (Alberta)
🏢 Boreal Veterinary Centre
📍 Alberta