Registered Veterinary Technician ICU - Lakeshore Animal Health Partners

Lakeshore Animal Health Partners is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician for our 24/7 ICU department.

About the role

You will be exposed to emergency and critical care departments as part of our integrated care model. In addition, you will experience advanced nursing techniques and other specialty procedures not routinely performed in regular practice.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) in Emergency & Critical Care is considered an asset
• Registered Veterinary Technician with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (required)
• Enthusiasm, energy and a positive attitude
• A strong desire to learn and apply skills to deliver high quality medicine
• Strong communication skills
• An ability and desire to flourish in new environments
• Passion for what you do every day!

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assessing and treating critically ill patients
• Ability to identify and report changes in health status
• IV catheterization and venipuncture skills, advanced catheterization techniques
• Place and maintain urinary catheters and nasogastric tubes
• Capture radiographs of diagnostic quality with hands-free technique
• Utilize various monitoring equipment on hospitalized patients or during sedation procedures
• Provide cardiovascular, oxygen and nutritional support
• Perform medical math, calculation of dilutions and CRIs
• Understand the use and effects of various medications
• Follow treatment orders on an electronic system (e.g., EzyVet, VetRadar)
• Collect, perform and submit lab work and diagnostics
• Work well as part of a team
• Experience working with complex ICU cases including the use of ICU ventilators and blood transfusions is considered an asset

WHAT WE OFFER

• Friendly and supportive work environment
• $4000 (CAD) Retention Bonus Annually
• UNLIMITED Continuing education allowance
• 2 PAID CE days
• Comprehensive benefit plan including medical/dental coverage
• Competitive compensation, wages from $24-30/hr (CAD) for Registered Veterinary Technicians
• Paid sick days + 2 “You deserve it!” paid days off per year
• A unique 2 days, 2 nights, 5 DAY OFF rotation
• Paid Uniform Allowance
• RRSP matching program
• Access to medical webinar events throughout the year by leading specialists
• Opportunity to advance in your career and career planning
• Commitment to the community and to helping pets in need
• Competitive medical and pet supply discounts

About Us

Lakeshore Animal Health Partners is part of the VetStrategy group of clinics. A career with VetStrategy is anything but ordinary. Our work is something we’re truly excited about. Every day, we make an impact in the lives of others with veterinary care backed by a team of professionals who love what they do.

From Vancouver Island to Newfoundland, we have opportunities across Canada to fuel your passion. The possibilities are endless for you to do the most meaningful work of your career. Let us help you find your perfect role.

There are jobs and then there’s us. This is your moment to do the kind of work you find meaningful. Grab the opportunity to challenge yourself, push boundaries and learn new skills. Surround yourself with peers who will inspire you, and be inspired by you, to shape the future of veterinary care.

You’ll be part of a team that supports professional development and you’ll be provided with opportunities to grow throughout your career.