Veterinary Technologist Role with a Focus on Animal Care and Customer Service

2 weeks ago


Penticton, British Columbia, Canada BC SPCA Full time

We are seeking a skilled Veterinary Technologist to join our team at the BC SPCA. This role offers a competitive salary of $28.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

About the Position:

As a Veterinary Technologist, you will provide support to veterinarians by assisting with all aspects of anesthesia and surgery for both privately owned and shelter animals. You will also assist in maintaining the hospital and its equipment in good operating order.

This position requires attention to detail, strong communication and nursing skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. The ideal candidate will be career-minded and passionate about providing excellent care to our patients.

The duties of this role include:

  • Triage patient care and treatments, and coordinate with other staff members
  • Assist veterinarians with tasks required for patient care, such as administering medications and performing treatments
  • Perform laboratory work, including collecting specimens and analyzing results
  • Assist with diagnostic, medical, and surgical procedures using various diagnostic equipment
  • Monitor patients' vital signs and inputs/output
  • Administer sedation, general anesthesia, and patient monitoring
  • Perform dental treatments, including scaling, polishing, and radiographs
  • Conduct eye examinations and monitor time requirements
  • Manage weight-loss programs under the direction of veterinarians
  • Assist with humane euthanasia as needed

Requirements:

  • SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A VETERINARY TECHNOLOGIST PROGRAM ACCREDITED BY THE CANADIAN VETERINARY MEDICINE ASSOCIATION (CVMA) AND REGISTRATION WITH THE BC VETERINARY TECHNOLOGISTS ASSOCIATION (BCVTA)
  • EXPERIENCE IN DELIVERING HIGH-QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE TO A VARIETY OF STAKEHOLDERS
  • EXCELLENT ORGANIZATIONAL AND TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS; ABILITY TO MULTI-TASK AND COMPLETE TASKS/PROJECTS WITHIN DEFINED TIMELINES
  • ABILITY TO FULFILL PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB, WHICH MAY INCLUDE STANDING FOR LONG PERIODS, WALKING, SITTING, AND LIFTING HEAVY OBJECTS AND PATIENTS

About Us:

The BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices.



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