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Vetcetera Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Technician (Full-time)

Canada > Nova Scotia > Bedford Bedford
13 days ago Full-time

About this Job

As a Veterinary Technician of Vetcetera Animal Hospital, you are part of a team that celebrates the Human-Animal Bond through exceptional and compassionate care of the physical and emotional wellbeing of our patients and clients.

To apply technical skills in sterilization protocols, anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, patient nursing care and client education as a supportive member of the hospital team to achieve the following measures of success for Vetcetera Animal Hospital.· Memorable client experience that creates longstanding trust and loyalty· Patient-centered care that reflects individual needs and best medicine practices· Effective, efficient, skilled and valued hospital team· Positive workplace culture that is productive and fulfilling· Ongoing success and sustainability of the practiceOutcomes· Reliable assessment of patient medical status, accurate study of patient treatment plans, and precise fulfillment of hospitalized patient’s treatments according to the veterinarian’s orders· Strong “client confidence” in the services of the practice· An exceptionally high-level Patient Safety· Efficient workflow by anticipating what the veterinarian and other co-workers will need for appointments and procedures· Accurate and comprehensive documentation of patient care, radiology log, surgery logs and controlled substance records· Compassionate care for all patients· Clean and organized treatment area, surgery suite, imaging suite and kennel area· Assisting and fulfilling other responsibilities/tasks required to maintain hospital day to day functioning as needed, such as but not limited to; Veterinary assistant and Customer Service Representative (Front Desk Reception) duties.· Clinic communication based on transparency and integrity with clients and colleagues· A positive, supportive, safe work environment for allCultural AttributesEG. Vetcetera Animal Hospital Values· Bring the Joy· Synergistic Teamwork· Do the Right Thing Always· Above and Beyond· Lead with Compassion· Finding “YES”Specific Competencies:· Ability to demonstrate mastery of all routine technician skills to deliver the following professional services safely and effectively: diagnostics (laboratory, imaging, sample collection), anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, nursing care, drug administration and dispensing, client education· Ability to read and interpret documents such as patient records, vaccine histories, medical labels, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals· Calmly and safely restrain pets who may struggle, scratch or try to bite using low-stress techniques.· Ability to be an advocate for the best interests of our clients and patients.· Operate and maintain anesthetic machines with closed- and open-circuit anestheticsystems· Administer injectable and gas anesthesia according to standard practice protocols. Monitor and maintain anesthetized patients by observation/manual parameters and byuse of vital signs equipment· Knowledge of a variety of surgical procedures and ability to anticipate what supplies andequipment are needed for surgical set-up· Perform post-operative client update calls upon patient recovery· Knowledge of commonly used analgesics and resuscitative medications to properlycalculate emergency medication volumes· Perform routine dental scaling, polishing, fluoride application, and dental charting· Knowledge of fluid therapies and properly calculate volumes and rates. Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters and administer IV fluids using an IV pumpaccording to the veterinarian’s orders· Properly calculate medication volumes and administer injectable, topical and oral medications to patient· Perform common outpatient procedures (i.e. nail trims, ear cleanings, anal gland· expression, etc.).· Be able to recognize signs and degrees of pain and discomfort. Understand themedications and methods used to control pain and advocate on the patient’s behalf.· Perform emergency procedures including shock assessment and initiation of treatment according to hospital protocols· Assist with humane euthanasia as requested· Must be able to make independent, common-sense decisions and to observe abnormal behaviors and physical problems in patients in order to alert the veterinarian to significant changes· Ability to graciously deal with client complaints, billing questions and to successfullycommunicate with diverse personality types· Self-awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses· Emotional intelligence to recognize the emotions of self and others· Resilient and flexible to manage adversity and ability to multi-task and prioritize in a rapidly changing environment· Dependable, accountable and self-motivated to get things done in a timely and efficient manner· Value continual personal development in self and othersEducation and Licensure Requirements:• Must have competency in the skills required for veterinary technician licensure· Follow federal and provincial animal health laws and regulations including OSHAReporting:• The VT works under the direct guidance and supervision of the veterinarians· Directly reports to the Practice ManagerJob Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits:• Dental care• Disability insurance• Discounted or free food• Employee assistance program• Extended health care• Flexible schedule• Life insurance• On-site parking• Paid time off• RRSP match• Store discount• Vision careFlexible language requirement:• French not requiredSchedule:• 8 hour shift• Evening shift• Monday to Friday• Morning shift• No weekendsWork Location: In person

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Veterinary Technician

Vetcetera Animal Hospital

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