Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Full Time

National Veterinary Associates; Toronto; On-site; CAD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

4-day week

Health & dental

RRSP matching

Performance bonus

CE allowance

Pet care discounts

Supportive leadership

Professional development

Job summary

Woodbine Animal Clinic in Toronto's east end is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our close-knit, collaborative team.

We value high-quality patient care and provide a competitive wage, a four-day work week, comprehensive benefits, RRSP matching, and ongoing professional development.

This role involves surgical and dental anesthesia monitoring, labs and diagnostics, nursing care, client education, and teamwork with our veterinarians to deliver outstanding care.

Qualifications

• Must be registered and in good standing with the OAVT.
• Experience in small animal practice.
• Confident, organized, and able to work independently.
• Values teamwork and open communication.
• Passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Wants to be empowered to use full scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia during surgical and dental procedures.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics and sample collection.
• Conduct diagnostic imaging and patient assessments.
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized and medical patients.
• Educate clients and communicate clearly.
• Handle fearful patients with Fear Free techniques.
• Collaborate with veterinarians to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

RVT (Registered Veterinary Technician)

Small animal practice experience

Teamwork & communication

Independent working

Education

RVT certification (OAVT)

Job description

Looking for a clinic where your skills are respected, your knowledge is valued, and you can truly practice as an RVT?

Woodbine Animal Clinic is a well-established small animal practice that has proudly served Toronto's east end community for decades. As our practice continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our close-knit, collaborative team.

Our hospital is currently home to 2 full-time and 2 part-time veterinarians, and we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care while creating a workplace where every team member can thrive.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive wage: $24–$30/hour (based on experience)
• Flexible 4-day work week (four 9-hour shifts)
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
• Generous employee pet care discounts
• Supportive leadership and a positive team culture
• A growing practice with opportunities for professional development

Practice High-Quality Medicine

We're committed to providing excellent medicine with the tools to support it. Our hospital is equipped with:

• Hand-held ultrasound
• Full in-house laboratory for rapid diagnostics
• Top-line anesthetic monitoring equipment
• Modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities

Practice to Your Full Scope

We believe RVTs are highly skilled medical professionals and encourage our technicians to work to their fullest scope of practice. You'll play an integral role in patient care through:

• Surgical and dental anesthesia monitoring
• Laboratory diagnostics and sample collection
• Diagnostic imaging and patient assessment
• Nursing care for hospitalized and medical patients
• Client education and communication
• Fear Free patient handling
• Collaborating closely with our veterinarians to provide exceptional medical care

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking an RVT who:

• Is registered and in good standing with the OAVT
• Has previous experience in small animal practice
• Is confident, organized, and enjoys working independently
• Values teamwork and open communication
• Is passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care
• Wants to be part of a supportive team where RVTs are empowered to use their skills every day

If you're looking for a clinic that combines the warmth of a long-standing community practice with modern medicine, advanced equipment, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together, we'd love to hear from you.

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