Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

NVA Canada; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental coverage

RRSP matching program

Continuing education support

Scrub allowance

Staff discounts

Job summary

Beattie Pet Hospital - Stoney Creek is a busy, hybrid veterinary hospital providing both general practice care during the day and 24/7 emergency services. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

If you're an RVT who thrives in a fast-paced setting, you will work with a collaborative team—assisting with exams, surgeries, anesthesia monitoring, and diagnostics, and responding to walk-in emergencies with Fear Free patient

Qualifications

• Must be a registered RVT with current certification.
• Experience in emergency and general practice preferred.
• Proficient in anesthesia monitoring and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Work in both general practice and emergency caseloads.
• Assist with exams, procedures, and surgeries.
• Monitor anesthesia and provide critical patient care.

Skills

Emergency veterinary

Team collaboration

Fear Free handling

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

RVT certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Laboratory equipment

Imaging tools

Job description

Beattie Pet Hospital - Stoney Creek is a busy, hybrid veterinary hospital providing both general practice care during the day and 24/7 emergency services. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Over the past two years, we have undergone a positive management transition and continue to grow stronger as a team. We are building a supportive, collaborative workplace where both patients and staff are valued and respected.

We are currently seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) who is confident, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced emergency and general practice setting.

About The Role

• Work within both general practice and emergency caseloads
• Assist with urgent and routine exams, procedures, and surgeries
• Monitor anesthesia and provide critical patient care
• Respond to walk‑in emergencies and high‑acuity cases
• Perform diagnostics including lab work, imaging, and ultrasounds
• Advocate for patient care and support Fear Free handling principles
• Work closely with a collaborative veterinary team in a dynamic environment

Schedule

• 12‑hour shifts
• Rotating schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and nights
• Must be flexible and comfortable with emergency caseloads

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate: $24-$34/hour (based on experience and shift)
• Full benefits: health & dental coverage
• RRSP matching program
• Continuing education support
• Scrub allowance
• Staff discounts
• A supportive, growing team environment

Beattie Pet Hospital is a Fear Free practice committed to advocating for every patient and providing the highest standard of care. We value teamwork, communication, and a strong sense of compassion in everything we do.

If you're an RVT who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to grow within a strong, evolving team, we would love to hear from you.