Registered Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OAVT dues reimbursement

Education support

Health/dental/life insurance

RRSP match

Staff pet allowance

Uniforms provided

VetBloom CE access

Tech scholarships

Job summary

Central Toronto Veterinary Referral & Emergency Clinic (CTVRC/EC) is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician in Toronto, Ontario. The role focuses on emergency and critical care, working with specialists to manage complex cases and deliver high-quality patient care.

You’ll participate in advanced procedures, triage emergencies, and collaborate with a team of experienced veterinarians and support staff. A structured schedule includes four 10-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts, with day,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an OAVT-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred, or eligible to obtain registration.
• Passed or currently preparing to write the VTNE; OAVT membership in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assess emergency patients presenting with shock, trauma, toxicity, acute illness, and other critical conditions.
• Perform and document patient evaluations and treatments.
• Assist with advanced procedures including thoracentesis, ultrasound procedures, central line placement, epidurals, and other specialized treatments.
• Provide exceptional nursing care for hospitalized and outpatient cases.
• Perform patient monitoring, TPRs, catheter placement and maintenance, wound care, and rehabilitation support.
• Assist with diagnostic testing and treatment plans.
• Support surgical procedures from patient preparation through anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Deliver compassionate patient care and exceptional client communication.
• Collaborate closely with emergency veterinarians, specialists, and support staff to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.

Skills

Emergency care

Teamwork

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

OAVT-accredited Veterinary Technician program

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician | $26–$35/hour | $2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Schedule: Full-Time | Four 10-hour shifts OR three 12-hour shifts

Compensation: $26–$35/hour + $3/hour Overnight Differential + $2/hr weekend premium + $2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Central Toronto Veterinary Referral & Emergency Clinic (CTVRC/EC) is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency & Specialty animal hospital in Toronto, Ontario. This is an opportunity for a Veterinary Technician to build advanced ER, Critical Care, and specialty medicine skills while working alongside an experienced referral hospital team.

As a Veterinary Technician at CTVRC/EC, you’ll support complex emergency cases, collaborate with specialists, and continue growing your technical skills in a fast-paced environment focused on high-quality patient care.

Compensation

• $26–$35/hour based on experience and skillset
• $3/hour shift differential for hours worked between 7:00 PM and 7:00 AM
• $2/hour shift different for weekends
• $2,500 sign-on bonus

Full-Time Benefits

• OAVT annual dues reimbursement.
• Continued education support.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, plus access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• RRSP matching program
• Staff pet allowance, paid sick days, and paid personal days.
• Uniform(s) provided
• Access to VetBloom (RACE-approved CE)
• Veterinary Technician Education Scholarships

Schedule

• Four 10-hour shifts OR three 12-hour shifts
• Days, evenings, and overnight opportunities available
• Rotating weekends (typically every other weekend)

Responsibilities

• Triage and assess emergency patients presenting with shock, trauma, toxicity, acute illness, and other critical conditions
• Perform and document patient evaluations and treatments
• Assist with advanced procedures including thoracentesis, ultrasound procedures, central line placement, epidurals, and other specialized treatments
• Provide exceptional nursing care for hospitalized and outpatient cases
• Perform patient monitoring, TPRs, catheter placement and maintenance, wound care, and rehabilitation support
• Assist with diagnostic testing and treatment plans
• Support surgical procedures from patient preparation through anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• Deliver compassionate patient care and exceptional client communication
• Collaborate closely with emergency veterinarians, specialists, and support staff to ensure outstanding patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Graduate of an OAVT-accredited Veterinary Technician program
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred, or eligible to obtain registration
• Passed or currently preparing to write the VTNE
• OAVT membership in good standing
• Interest in emergency and critical care medicine
• Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Commitment to patient care, client service, respect, and accountability
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About Central Toronto Veterinary Referral & Emergency Clinic

CTVRC/EC is a premier specialty referral and emergency veterinary hospital serving Toronto and the surrounding region. Our team provides advanced specialty and emergency care across multiple disciplines including Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, and Emergency & Critical Care.

Why Join Our Team?

• Work alongside experienced specialists and emergency clinicians
• Expand your technical skills through advanced procedures and complex case management
• Receive mentorship and support for continued professional growth
• Practice at the top of your license and contribute your clinical expertise
• Enjoy a collaborative culture where veterinary technicians are respected and empowered
• Benefit from a schedule designed to support work-life balance while building advanced emergency medicine skills

Surrounding Areas

Qualified RVTs Commonly Commute To Toronto From

• North York, ON & Scarborough, ON
• Etobicoke, ON & East York, ON
• Mississauga, ON & Vaughan, ON
• Markham, ON & Richmond Hill, ON
• Thornhill, ON & Pickering, ON
• Ajax, ON & Whitby, ON
• Oakville, ON & Brampton, ON

Considering Relocating?

Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.