Veterinary Anesthesia Specialist

2 months ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada VCA Canada Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Registered Veterinary Technologist to join our Anesthesia team at Western Veterinary Specialist and Emergency Centre. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional anesthetic care to our patients, working closely with our veterinary specialists and other support staff to ensure the highest level of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide general anesthesia to patients undergoing surgical, endoscopic, imaging, or biopsy procedures
  • Monitor patients under sedation or general anesthesia and make adjustments to protocols as necessary to ensure patient comfort and safety
  • Develop and implement post-operative care and analgesia plans, and implement these within the intensive care unit
  • Assist in preparing laboratory samples to be shipped for testing to external laboratories
  • Maintain meticulous records of anesthetic monitoring, anesthetic and controlled drugs
  • Supervise and teach technician assistants and technician practicum students

Requirements

  • Registered veterinary technologist in Alberta
  • Preference given for a minimum two years of experience as an RVT, ideally in an emergency or referral setting
  • Experience in providing general anesthesia in dogs and cats (varying ages and breeds) for surgical procedures, minor procedures, or endoscopic procedures
  • Experience using common monitoring equipment and the strengths and limitations of each type of monitoring (pulse oximetry, electrocardiography, capnography, blood pressure monitoring)
  • Experience working with commonly used sedation, induction, inhalant, and injectable anesthetic and analgesic medications, including indications and contra-indications of each
  • Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)
  • Thorough working knowledge of aseptic technique as it relates to patient preparation and preparation of the operating theatre
  • Exceptional time-management skills, critical thinking, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment
  • Consistently safe and effective patient handling skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Commitment to continuing education in anesthesia and analgesia, preferably with prior examples
  • Appreciation of own strengths and limitations, willingness to accept direction and feedback from more experienced RVTs and veterinarians

What We Offer

  • A caring culture of wellness and appreciation
  • Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks
  • Paid membership and dues
  • Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
  • Employee assistance program
  • Continuing education benefits; paid to learn
  • Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here
  • Referral Bonus Rewards
  • E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
  • Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
  • Access to amazing mini-courses
  • Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
  • Annual uniform allowance
  • Generous personal pet care discounts
  • And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps

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