Equine RVT – Overnights Posting

King Animal Hospital; King City; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Extended health, dental, and life insu

Paid time off including vacation, sick

CE allowance of CAD 2,000 annually

RRSP matching up to 5%

Employee discounts on pet services

Job summary

King Animal Hospital in King City, Ontario is seeking an experienced Equine Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Equine team. This role offers a diverse caseload in a state-of-the-art referral and emergency hospital, with opportunities to advance technical skills.

The ideal candidate has prior equine or large animal experience, strong nursing and technical abilities, and a commitment to exceptional patient care within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• RV T in good standing with the OAVT
• Previous equine or large animal experience is required
• Strong technical and clinical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced hospital environment

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive nursing care to hospitalized equine patients
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and emergencies
• Safely handle and restrain horses for procedures
• Perform technical skills including blood draws, IV catheter placement, medications, and fluids
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the team
• Assist with diagnostics, laboratory work, imaging, and procedures
• Prepare patients and equipment for procedures and surgery
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
• Provide pre- and post-operative care to equine patients
• Maintain accurate medical records using EzyVet and VetRadar
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians and staff
• Keep treatment areas clean and stocked
• Follow hospital protocols and infection-control practices
• Support the Equine team to ensure safe, efficient patient care

Skills

Equine handling

Nursing care

Communication

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Independent work

Tools

EzyVet

VetRadar

Job description

Bring your equine experience to a collaborative, advanced hospital environment.

King Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Equine Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Equine team. This is an exciting opportunity for an RVT who is passionate about equine medicine, enjoys a diverse caseload, and is looking to further develop their skills in a state-of-the-art referral and emergency hospital.

Previous equine or large animal experience is required for this position. We are looking for an RVT who brings strong technical skills, confidence handling horses, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

About Us

King Animal Hospital is a privately owned, state-of-the-art referral and emergency hospital serving both equine and small animal patients. Our 60,000 sq. ft. facility on 50 acres in King City, Ontario is equipped with advanced diagnostics and supported by a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Our Equine team provides care to a diverse range of patients, from routine diagnostics and hospitalized patient care to emergency and specialty cases. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals while continuing to expand your equine knowledge and technical skills.

The Opportunity

As an Equine RVT, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care to our equine patients throughout their time at King Animal Hospital.

You will work closely with veterinarians, RVTs, ACAs, and other members of the hospital team to support examinations, diagnostics, treatments, procedures, hospitalized patient care, emergencies, and surgical cases.

This position is ideal for an experienced equine RVT who is confident in their existing skills while looking for opportunities to continue learning and growing in an advanced hospital environment.

What You’ll Do

As an Equine RVT, you will:

• Provide attentive, high-quality nursing care to hospitalized equine patients
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, procedures, and emergency cases
• Safely handle and restrain horses for examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Perform technical skills including blood draws, IV catheter placement, medication administration, and fluid therapy
• Monitor patient condition and promptly communicate changes or concerns to the veterinary team
• Assist with diagnostic testing, laboratory work, imaging, and other procedures
• Prepare patients and equipment for procedures and surgical cases as required
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery as required
• Provide pre- and post-operative care to equine patients
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using EzyVet and VetRadar
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians and other members of the patient care team
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked patient care and treatment areas
• Follow hospital protocols, infection-control practices, and established standards of care
• Support the Equine team wherever needed to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing with the OAVT
• Previous equine or large animal experience is required
• Strong equine handling and restraint skills
• Confidence providing nursing and technical care to equine patients
• Strong technical and clinical skills
• Experience with hospitalized and/or emergency equine patients is considered an asset
• Surgical and anesthesia experience is considered an asset
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to exceptional patient care

Please note: This is not an entry-level equine position. Candidates must have previous hands-on equine or large animal experience and be comfortable safely handling and providing technical care to equine patients.

What We Offer

We are committed to supporting your professional growth and well-being:

• Competitive compensation
• Extended health, dental, and life insurance
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and personal days
• $2,000 annual continuing education allowance
• RRSP matching up to 5%
• Employee discounts on pet services and products

A workplace designed with you in mind:

• Onsite social worker and HR support
• Access to advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT, ultrasound, and more
• Opportunities to develop skills across emergency, inpatient, diagnostic, surgical, and specialty care
• Collaborative and team-focused environment
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Why King Animal Hospital?

At King Animal Hospital, Equine RVTs are an integral part of the patient care team. You will have the opportunity to use your existing skills while gaining exposure to a diverse and challenging caseload in an advanced hospital environment.

Whether supporting an emergency case, caring for a hospitalized patient, assisting with diagnostics, or working alongside the team during a procedure, your knowledge and experience will directly contribute to the care and outcomes of our equine patients.

King Animal Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.