Registered Veterinary Technician - Intensive Care Unit

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Guelph is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join the Health Sciences Centre in the Companion Animal Hospital. This temporary full-time position will primarily support the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and may assist other units as needed.

The role involves patient care, anesthesia, and teaching/mentoring veterinary students under clinicians. Requirements include a two-year college diploma, VTNE and OAVT registration, and 1–2 years of RVT experience; flexibility for

Qualifications

• Two-year College Diploma or equivalent.
• Accredited Veterinary Technician program recognized by OAVT.
• VTNE and OAVT ethics exam completed; OAVT registration required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building client caseload through outstanding client service.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate with service areas regarding patient status and location.
• Maintain accurate medical records with patient/client confidentiality.
• Observe and evaluate patient health, administer prescribed drugs/therapeutics, collect samples, assist with restraint.
• Review records, prepare anesthesia protocol, induce, maintain anesthesia and recover patient under supervision.
• Provide guidance to veterinary students, graduates, clinicians and staff.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Mentor students

Team collaboration

Flexible scheduling

Education

Two‑year college diploma

OAVT-accredited program

OAVT full member in good standing

VTNE + ethics exam

OAVT registration

Tools

Ezyvet

SmartFlow

Asteris

Job description

Location:
Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1
Primary Category Page: Staff and Management
Division: Health Sciences Centre
Requisition ID: 2815
Department: Companion Animal Hospital
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120
Temporary full-time from 08/31/2026 to 01/27/2028
Temporary Absence of the Regular Incumbent
General Purpose
Reporting to the Supervisor, Patient Care and Service Delivery and under the direction of a clinician, the Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) participates as a member of the healthcare team of the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre.
This position will be primarily assigned to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) service but may be required to support other units in times of operational need. The OVC HSC has a varied patient base, thus RVTs may be assisting activities relating to both companion and large animals.
Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in building client caseload through the delivery of outstanding client service.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate effectively with service areas regarding patient’s status, care procedures and location in hospital.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records ensuring patient/client confidentiality.
• Observe and evaluate the health status of patients, administer prescribed drugs/therapeutic treatments, collect samples, perform diagnostic testing and assist with patient restraint.
• Review medical record, evaluate patient, prepare anesthetic protocol, induce, maintain anesthesia and recover patient under the direction of the anesthesiologist.
• Provide technical support and functional guidance to veterinary students, graduate students, clinicians (faculty and veterinarians) and staff.

Requirements

• Two (2) year College Diploma.
• Successful completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program recognized by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT).
• Full member in good standing with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT).
• Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician Examination (VTNE) and the OAVT mandatory ethics exam. OAVT registration is required.
• One-Two (1-2) years prior experience working as an RVT.
• Two (2) years prior anesthesia experience as an RVT preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in customer service: excellent communication and organizational skills particularly with respect to dealing with clients; ability to mentor students and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Familiarity with common computer software including Ezyvet, Smartflow, Asteris software is preferred.
• Flexibility in scheduling availability is required. The incumbent may be required to work a variety of shifts including evenings, overnights and weekends.

The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rabies titre.
Employee Type: Temporary covering regular incumbent
Position Number: 10623004
Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 7
USW Local 4120 Wage Grid
At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.
Posting Date: 08/18/2026
Closing Date: 08/25/2026