Job Description

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.

Emergency Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) – Pulse Veterinary Specialists & Emergency
Pulse Veterinary is seeking an experienced and empowered Emergency Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to join our team. The Emergency 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.
Reporting to the Lead Emergency RVT, this role works closely with our critical care specialists to deliver exceptional, high-level patient care. The ideal candidate thrives in a collegial working environment, embraces the organization’s 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 Emergency RVT:
The Emergency RVT performs all technical responsibilities associated with the role, including but not limited to:

Clinical & Patient Care:
• Usage and care of medical equipment, including proper sterilization techniques.
• Placing IV catheters and calculating drug doses, fluid requirements, and CRIs.
• Understanding and assisting with anesthesia.
• Producing radiographs.
• Performing CPR as required.
• Assisting with advanced diagnostic tests, including scopes and ultrasounds.
• Managing hospitalized patients, including critical care and ICU patients.
• Performing recovery care and hospitalization treatments to support specialty service teams.

Client Education & Support:
• Providing education, home care instructions, and nutritional counseling to clients.
• Supporting management of customer complaints in partnership with the Lead Emergency RVT and Hospital Manager, including de-escalating, resolving, and/or escalating issues in a timely fashion.

Team Leadership & Collaboration:
• General supervision of Technologist Assistant (TA) team members.
• Openly and proactively communicating updates to Emergency DVMs, Lead Emergency RVT, and other department team members.
• Prioritizing interdepartmental synergy by maintaining open lines of communication with other departments.

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 an Emergency or 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 ali.winter@vetstrategy.com

Pulse Veterinary Specialists & Emergency is part of the VetStrategy group of clinics. VetStrategy is a 100% Canadian operated group of veterinary clinics with locations throughout Canada. We believe that veterinary clinics are an integral part of the community they serve and as such we put a large focus on community-based activities and initiatives. Every clinic we partner with is unique and serves a very diverse client base.

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 careers@vetstrategy.com.