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Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners. We Bring This To Life Through Three Promises Our People Promise To be a great place to work. Our Customer Promise To deliver world-class veterinary care, locally. Our Sustainability Promise To be a force for good. Guided by our values We Care, We Dare, We Share we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together. Surgery Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) Pulse Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Pulse Veterinary is seeking an experienced and empowered Surgery Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to join our team. The Surgery RVT will be responsible for acting as a highly skilled and professional RVT on the clinical floor, setting a strong example of patient care, client service, and teamwork. This role works closely with our surgeon to deliver exceptional, high-level patient care. The ideal candidate thrives in a collegial working environment, embraces the organizations strategy, commitments, and goals, and consistently upholds the highest standards of medicine and patient care. Pulse Veterinary Specialist and Emergency is an emergency and multi-specialty hospital in Sherwood Park, Alberta open since March 2020. Our mission at Pulse Veterinary is to provide exceptional veterinary care. We strive to provide pet owners and primary veterinarians access to state-of-the-art diagnostics tools with dedicated doctors and support staff in a warm, team environment. Duties and Responsibilities Technical Responsibilities Of The Surgery RVT Clinical & Patient Care: Preparing patients for surgery, including physical assessments and pre-anesthetic testing Placement of IV catheters and accurate calculation of drug dosages, fluid therapy, and CRIs Induction, monitoring, and recovery of anesthesia for a wide range of soft tissue and specialty surgical procedures Advanced anesthetic monitoring and troubleshooting Maintaining and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment using proper aseptic techniques Preparing surgical suites and assisting surgeons during procedures Producing and assisting with diagnostic imaging as required Providing attentive post-operative monitoring, pain management, and recovery care Managing hospitalized surgical patients and collaborating with other specialty services as needed Client Education & Support Providing clear and compassionate discharge instructions and post-operative home care education Supporting client communication in partnership with DVMs and leadership Assisting in addressing client concerns in a professional and empathetic manner Team Leadership & Collaboration Supporting and guiding Technologist Assistants (TAs) within the surgery department Communicating proactively with Surgeons, Anesthetists, Emergency DVMs, and other departments Promoting strong interdepartmental collaboration and seamless patient care transitions Administration & Compliance Maintaining practice software, including client and patient record management. Following all SOPs to ensure smooth hospital operations. Adhering to all federal and provincial animal health laws and workplace health and safety regulations. Qualifications Education & Experience Diploma in Animal Health Technology. Previous RVT experience preferred, ideally in a specialty setting Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Proven active listening and problem-solving abilities. Ability to communicate difficult or sensitive information professionally and empathetically. Strong time management and organizational skills, including the ability to plan, coordinate, multitask, and prioritize effectively. Genuine interest and initiative to contribute to making Pulse Veterinary the best practice it can be. Strong initiative and a desire to be an integral part of the growth and development of the Emergency team. Intrinsic motivation for personal and professional growth. Company Benefits 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 To apply or learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ali Winter at Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team! VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to . #J-18808-Ljbffr