Registered Veterinary Technician (Casual) - Jackson Creek Animal Hospital

MARS Veterinary; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Employer Group Match (5%)

CE allowance

Paid time off for CE/vacation/sick/pw

Mental health resources

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Jackson Creek Animal Hospital in Peterborough, Ontario, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for flexible casual hours in a small-animal practice. You will assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, anesthesia, and surgeries while ensuring compassionate client care.

Ideal candidates have completed a Veterinary Technician program and can register in Ontario; experience is an asset. The role emphasizes teamwork, education of clients, and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program with eligibility for registration in the applicable province.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital or clinical setting is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and clinical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries and medical procedures.
• Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed.
• Educate and communicate with clients on medications, treatments, nutrition, preventive care, and at-home care.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Compassionate care

Education

Vet Technician program completion

Tools

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Laboratory procedures

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT Employment Type: Casual \\ Relief Level: New grads or experience welcome Job Status: Existing Compensation: $19.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience At Jackson Creek Animal Hospital, we welcome a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team in Peterborough, Ontario. With flexible part-time/casual hours, this is an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Technician to work alongside a collaborative team providing high-quality small-animal patient care in our community.

What You Will Do

• Clinical & Surgical Assistance: Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries, and medical procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, pain management, and surgical and dental procedures.
• Comprehensive Patient Care: Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed. Collect and process blood, urine, cytology, and other laboratory samples.
• Client Education & Compassionate Support: Educate and communicate with clients on medications, treatments, nutrition, preventive care, and at-home patient care.
• Medical Records: Maintain accurate patient files, medical logs, and inventory.
• Team Collaboration: Work with team members to deliver exceptional patient and client experiences.
• Team Training: Support, train and mentor new graduates, including Veterinary Assistants.
• Patient Appointment: Assist with 8+ scheduled and walk-in appointments per day.

What You Bring

• Completion of a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program, with eligibility for registration in the applicable province.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital or clinical setting is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and clinical procedures.
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, and patient assessment.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain animals using appropriate techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to animal care.
• Commitment to continuing education and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and schedules.

What We Can Offer You

Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role.

RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future.

Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days.

Annual CE Allowance.

Benefits:

• Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options.
• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance.
• Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.
• Various career development pathways.
• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app.

Our Story

Our hospital: Located in the heart of beautiful Peterborough, Ontario, we are a well-established small-animal practice dedicated to providing the highest standards of veterinary medicine to our wonderful community. Led by our experienced Medical Director, we thrive on a collaborative, family-like environment where medical excellence meets compassionate, warm client care. Because we manage a diverse caseload, spanning everything from proactive preventative wellness to complex surgical and medical cases, we are proud to offer an environment where you can truly grow your clinical skills and pursue your professional passions. At Jackson Creek, we don't just treat pets; we nurture the deep bond between people and their animals.

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy. In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canada.

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