Licensed Veterinary Technician

Balfour Animal Hospital; Fenwick; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Ontario is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to join their passionate team. Ideal candidates should have experience in patient handling, anesthesia monitoring, and emergency care. The position offers a supportive and professional work environment with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, and various benefits including health care coverage, tuition support, and paid time off.

Benefits

Tuition Support Program

Extended Health Care

Referral bonus program

Continuing education allowance

Ten paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team player mentality.
• Ability to handle responsibilities and deliver positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care and client service.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in emergency and surgical procedures.
• Educate clients on animal health and wellness.

Skills

Safe and effective patient handling and restraint

Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines

Experience with anesthesia monitoring

Competency in emergency and surgical care, including IV catheter placement

Ability to build rapport with clients and team members

Effective client education and communication skills

Professionalism under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Who we are:

At Balfour Animal Hospital, we are passionate about the care we provide for our patients and the service we give our clients. We are ready to hire a full-time, experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join us in our mission to provide the finest quality care throughout our patients' lifetime and establish a permanent bond with our clients.

Here, you can enjoy a meaningful career in a fun but professional, team-oriented atmosphere. We value the personal and professional growth of all staff members. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, strive to never stop learning, and have a fiery passion for vet medicine, Balfour Animal Hospital may be the place for you!

Financial Benefits:

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skillset and future performance

• Tuition Support Program

• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits:

• Extended Health Care (including vision) and dental coverage

• Supplemental insurance, including disability and life insurance

• Sick Time / Paid Time Off

• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets

• Pet discounts on services and products

• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits:

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

• Professional development opportunities

• State license reimbursement

• VTNE exam fee reimbursement

• Continuing education allowance

• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits:

• Ten paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications:

As an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician, you already know what it takes to be a successful veterinary professional. Key skills include:

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint

• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines

• Experience with anesthesia monitoring

• Competency in emergency and surgical care, including IV catheter placement

Your talent and skill as a Registered Veterinary Technician are essential to your success. We value your expertise, passion, eagerness to grow and learn, and ability to work well with a team. Additionally, important qualities include:

• Ability to build rapport with clients, team members, and leadership

• Effective client education and communication skills

• A positive, supportive attitude at all times

• Professionalism under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Confidence to own tasks and responsibilities, delivering positive outcomes

Join Us:

Think you’re the veterinary technician we’re looking for? Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Balfour Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where all employees feel they belong, can be their authentic selves, and reach their highest potential.