Clinic – Registered Veterinary Technologist Supervisor | Full Time

at  Winnipeg Humane Society

WINNIPEG HUMANE SOCIETY – JOB POSTING # 2024-09-20

Date: November 7th, 2024
Position Title: Registered Veterinary Technologist Supervisor – Full Time
Department: Clinic
Reports to: Manager, Clinic Medical
Classification: Union
Rate: $21.15/hr (start)– $28.40/hr (year 10)
Hours: 40 hours/week; Day shifts, start and end time open to discussion

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Registered Veterinary Technologist Supervisor is responsible for leaderships and mentoring in
the clinic. The successful candidate will uphold the standards and protocols of the WHS and
ensure the protocols and procedures are communicated and carried out by the clinic staff. The
Supervisor will be responsible for directing the flow during surgery which will include coordinating
the Veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVT), Surgical Assistants and Reception
Assistants so the group is cohesive, productive, efficient and safe. The RVT Supervisor will be
responsible for communicating regularly with the Clinic Medical Manager and Director of Clinic
Operations to ensure concerns and solutions are raised promptly. The RVT supervisor must be
Goal-oriented with a vision for the future of the WHS Clinic and the Society as a whole, that aligns
with the core values of the Winnipeg Humane Society.

WHO WE ARE:

• One of the oldest registered Non-Profit charities in Manitoba funded primarily by donations and

events.

• An innovative community service organization committed to protecting animals from suffering,

and to promoting their welfare and dignity.

• A team of generous partners, donors, hardworking volunteers and committed staff united in the

belief that every animal deserves dignity and love.

• One of the largest and more recognized animal shelter and welfare organizations in Canada.
• Always growing, changing, and adapting to meet the expectations of the community and the

needs of Winnipeg’s animal population.

ABILITIES, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

1. Excellent communication, time management, and observational skills.
2. Supervise a team of full-time and part-time staff in a unionized environment.
3. Knowledgeable about roles and protocol of the staff members at the WHS and the ability to
   demonstrate initiative to make duties and tasks more effective and efficient
4. Positive, pleasant attitude and good interpersonal skills are required; must work effectively
   with the staff and volunteers of the shelter as a whole
5. Demonstrated ability to work independently

EDUCATION, TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE:

1. Graduate of a recognized Registered Veterinary Technologist program, experience in a
   Veterinary clinic or hospital is required
2. Registered with the Manitoba Veterinary Technologist Association (MVTA)
3. Minimum 5 years experience as RVT with confidence/ proficiency in skills, shelter medicine
   is a preference.
4. 2 years supervisory experience.
5. Scientific aptitude, problem solving skills, and attention to detail are essential
6. Accurate word processing and data entry skills, and basic computer skills
7. Responsible individual committed to the goals and objectives of the Society and prepared
   to carry out duties in a thorough, efficient manner
8. Experience and skills in restraining animals safely and effectively

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supervise and coach RVTs and Clinic Assistant staff, participate in training of new staff,
   students and volunteers.
2. Practice protocols and policies as directed and ensure staff compliance with same; provide
   constructive corrections, coaching and feedback where necessary.
3. Monitor and report attendance problems to Manager, reassign staff in the event of
   absences
4. Address staff concerns and bring forward serious complaints to Manager.
5. Identify and address minor disciplinary issues, refer serious or reoccurring issues to
   Manager
6. Attend or assign a designated staff to attend relevant meetings and public education/
   media publications. Ensure important information from all meeting is received by staff not
   in attendance.
7. Ensure equipment and supplies necessary for day-to-day work in the clinic are maintained,
   stocked and replaced when necessary. Communicating these needs with the Clinic
   Assistant- Surgical II and the Clinic Medical Manager
8. Perform surgical duties including pre and post- surgical, expected of WHS RVTs
9. Provide assistance to the Veterinarians and RVTs with surgery, examinations, and
   treatments expected of WHS RVTs
10. Perform day to day activities expected of WHS RVTs including examinations, medical
    procedures or treatments as directed by the Veterinarians and euthanasia of indicated
    animals
11. Coordinate Surgery plan with Medical Manager and pull surgeries when directed.
12. Perform Lab duties and preform drugs and medication handling as expected of WHS RVTs
13. Perform statistic, clerical duties and record keeping expected of WHS RVTs
14. Other duties required for operation of the veterinary clinic as assigned
15. Complete yearly Continued Education as required by the MVTA to maintain membership

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Directly accountable to the Clinic Medical Manager, Senior Veterinarian, and the Director of Clinic
operations for the performance of all assigned duties and responsibilities.