Position Title: Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) – Cardiology

Reports to: Lead Specialty RVTDepartment: 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.

The ideal candidate values maintaining a collegial working culture and prioritizes embracing the strategy, commitments, and goals of the organization to deliver high standards of medicine and exceptional 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

The ideal candidate will have:

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