Part-time Rvt

**Position Title: Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) - Cardiology**

**Reports to: Lead Specialty RVT**
**Department: Cardiology**

**Status: Part-Time, Permanent**

**Position Summary**

The Cardiology Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) is empowered and responsible to act as a highly-trained RVT on the clinical floor to set an example of patient care, client care, and teamwork at Pulse Veterinary Specialists & Emergency.

The Cardiology RVT will report to the Lead Specialty RVT and work closely with Dr. Hawkes to deliver high level patient care.

This role will allow for a compressed work week with 2 10-hour shifts, Monday and Tuesday, with the potential to pick-up extra overtime shifts.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Performs all technical responsibilities of a RVT including:

- Usage and care of medical equipment, as well as sterilization techniques.
- Placing IV catheters; calculating drug doses, fluid requirements and CRIs.
- Understanding higher risk anesthesia for the cardiac patient, ventilator setup, direct arterial pressure monitoring and monitoring of the cardiac patient.
- Rhythm monitoring and identification of a rhythm that requires intervention.
- Performing CPR and set up and use of a defibrillator.
- Producing diagnostic quality radiographs.
- Understanding and assisting with advanced diagnostics including echocardiograms, fluoroscopy, diagnostic ECGs, Holter monitoring and telemetry.
- Set up of the OR for interventional procedures and pressure injector setup for angiography.
- Managing hospitalized patients, performing recovery care and assisting with specialized treatments (e.g. cardiac catheterization, pacemakers).
- Provides education, home care instructions, and nutritional counseling to customers.
- General supervision of Technologist Assistant (TA) team members.
- Provides support and enhances the educational experience of senior year veterinary students, interns, and residents.
- Supports management of customer complaints as required in partnership with the Lead Specialty RVT and Hospital Manager, interacting with clientele to deescalate, resolve, and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion.
- Maintains practice software including client and patient record management.
- Follows all SOPs to support smooth hospital operations.
- Follows all federal and provincial animal health laws and regulations regarding workplace health and safety.
- Openly and proactively communicates updates to DVMs, Lead Specialty RVT and other department team members. Prioritize interdepartmental synergy by maintaining open lines of communication with other departments.
- Other duties may be assigned as required._

**Qualifications**

Education and Experience
- Animal Health Technology college diploma.
- Previous RVT experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Positive approach to cases and interaction with team members.
- Proven active listening and problem-solving skills.
- Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information professionally.
- Strong time management and organizational skills including the abilities to plan, coordinate, multitask and prioritize.
- Genuine interest and initiative to help Pulse be the best practice it can be.
- Strong initiative and desire to be an integral key player in the growth and maturation of the specialty team.
- Intrinsic desire to grow personally and professionally.

**Company Benefits**

Pulse employees receive:

- Competitive compensation package
- Continuing education benefits
- Personal pet discounts
- Professional dues
- Uniform allowance
- Shift differential (where applicable)
- Paid sick days and time off
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- Access to a diverse team with varied experience and knowledge
- Team approach to cases and mentorship to enhance education and promote growth within the speciality of cardiology