Lead Veterinary Technologist, $5000 signing bonus, Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Vancouver is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technologist to lead the treatment team. Candidates should have experience in veterinary hospitals and strong critical thinking skills. The position offers a unique integrative approach to veterinary medicine, combining traditional and holistic practices. Benefits include continuing education assistance, medical library access, and personal pet care discounts.

Benefits

Continuing education benefits

Medical Library access

Employee assistance program

Personal pet care discounts

Referral Bonus Rewards

Paid wellness and sick days

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Skilled in alternative modalities.
• Ability to perform drug and nutritional calculations.
• Experience with patient care according to hospital standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead the treatment team professionally.
• Train and orient new team members.
• Create equitable schedules for the team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Customer service

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician Program

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Location: Vancouver, BC

Job Classification: Full‑time

Benefits: Eligible

Type of Veterinary Medicine: Traditional, Integrative and Alternative Wellness approach.

Compensation: $19.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience

Are you passionate about pets and providing exemplary patient care? Then we want you to join our amazing team!

Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital, a member of VCA Canada, is currently recruiting for a full‑time Treatment Team Lead to join our team. Vancouver Animal Wellness is where conventional and alternative approaches to veterinary medicine meet. Bringing interesting challenges to general veterinary practice.

Vancouver Animal Wellness is committed to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by providing the highest level of preventative and wellness care. The successful candidate will support and direct the treatment team in a professional and kind manner while recognizing the responsibilities involved in responding to client and co‑worker questions.

The Treatment Team Lead will also work closely with the hospital's leadership team to promote a positive hospital image and continuously work towards the betterment of the hospital. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work efficiently on your own and with the team. Additional stretch assignments and responsibilities outside of patient care include:

• Training and orientation for new team members
• Creating an equitable schedule for the team
• Coordinating vacation coverage

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications

• A minimum of two or more years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Have completed the required Registered Veterinary Technician Program.
• Skills in alternative modalities preferred.
• Have critical thinking and the ability to troubleshoot (anesthesia machines, monitoring equipment, etc.).
• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Be confident in your ability to place peripheral intravenous catheters and perform venipuncture for blood collections.
• Be confident in your ability to perform drug calculations and nutritional calculations.
• Perform basic physical exams by accurately counting heart/pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Understand normal vital parameters and alert doctors when abnormal.

Attributes

• Have excellent leadership, customer service, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Be motivated to develop your knowledge.
• Have exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure.

What Makes Us Unique

• Integrative Medicine Approach: We combine traditional Western veterinary practices with complementary modalities such as acupuncture, veterinary medical manipulation care, massage and laser therapies, herbal medicine, and nutrition‑based therapies.
• Preventive & Wellness Focus: Our philosophy is to partner with clients for lifelong pet health — emphasizing early detection, holistic care, and wellness over reactive treatment.
• Collaborative Environment: Our close‑knit team values communication, education, and empathy — ensuring pets, clients, and colleagues all feel heard and supported.
• Comprehensive Services: From surgery and dentistry to diagnostics, senior care, and pain management, we offer full‑service veterinary care under one roof.
• Modern Facilities, Heartfelt Care: Equipped with in‑house diagnostics, digital radiography, cold laser and more — yet maintaining a calm, wellness‑focused environment.

What we can offer you!

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Medical Library: 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Ask us about our mobilization and hands‑free radiology!
• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• Paid membership and dues;
• Annual uniform allowance
• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• Continuing education benefits: paid to learn!
• Referral Bonus Rewards!
• E‑tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care
• Access to amazing mini‑courses
• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

About Us

We believe great veterinary medicine balances science with compassion. Located in the heart of Mount Pleasant, our full‑service hospital provides both conventional and holistic veterinary care, offering our clients and patients the best of both worlds.

We pride ourselves on being more than a clinic — we’re a community of dedicated professionals passionate about helping pets live longer, healthier, happier lives. As part of the VCA Canada network, we combine the personalized feel of a local wellness practice with the resources, support, and collaboration of a national organization.

VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

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