Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

P3 Veterinary Partners; Pickering; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

CE allowance

Paid vacation

Signing bonus

Licensing dues paid

Employee discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Whites Road Animal Hospital in Pickering, Ontario is seeking a friendly and energetic RVT to join our team. We offer a supportive environment with a focus on compassionate care, work-life balance, and ongoing professional growth in a progressive clinic setting.

The successful candidate will perform diagnostic testing, assist in surgeries, monitor anesthesia, and maintain accurate medical records while thriving in a collaborative, positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma in veterinary technology or equivalent required.
• Experience with diagnostic tests and anesthesia preferred.
• Strong communication and compassionate client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Communicate compassionately with clients and care team.
• Administer and analyze diagnostic tests (hematology, chemistry, cytology, urinalysis).
• Assist Veterinarian in surgical and therapeutic procedures.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia per provincial scope.
• Document veterinary records and maintain accuracy.

Skills

Communication skills

Diagnostic testing

Anesthesia administration

Surgical assistance

Team player

Fear Free techniques

Education

Diploma - Veterinary Technician/Technologist

Job description

Whites Road Animal Hospital in Pickering has a phenomenal opportunity for a friendly, energetic, and compassionate RVT! We support a relatable mission – to provide the best possible medical, surgical and preventative care to our pet patients. If you’re searching for a progressive clinic, work-life balance, and a welcoming environment – search no further!

Our team is driven to provide the level of service and care we would expect for our own pets. We empower pets to live the best life possible and take pride in our ability to foster healthy long-term relationships with the community and each other.

Our ideal candidate values a positive and fun-loving atmosphere with laughter. If you are an intuitive team player with strong emotional intelligence, we want to hear from you. Our collaborative and supportive culture is the cornerstone of our practice. Pets. People. Positivity! If you have a desire to work with a team that is committed to creating a better veterinary experience for pets, their pet parents, and the professionals that provide this care - please get in touch.

This is a current vacancy for a full-time role, and we are also flexible to accommodate applicants that prefer part-time hours.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Communicate in a compassionate and professional manner with clients and fellow veterinary care team members using efficient oral and written communication skills.
• Administer and analyze diagnostic tests (hematology, clinical chemistry, cytology, urinalysis, etc.) utilizing appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Assist Veterinarian with surgical and therapeutic procedures. Utilize gold-standard patient care techniques, ensuring operating room environment complies with all aseptic standards and protocols.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia and analgesia in accordance with the veterinary scope of practice and provincial laws governing the RVT profession.
• Provide excellent veterinary nursing care in a professional and ethical manner through the synthesis of veterinary theory, principles and concepts (including Fear Free techniques) within the scope of regulations dictated by the provincial governing laws of the profession.
• Document and maintain accurate veterinary medical records, following regulated procedures and standards.
• Operate and maintain state-of-the‑art veterinary medical equipment, following health and safety regulations in accordance with veterinary profession standards.
• Execute and evaluate quality diagnostic images utilizing knowledge of theory, principles and concepts.
• Perform dental procedures in compliance with professional veterinary industry standards, employing an in‑depth knowledge of dental structures, conditions and lesions, causes and stages of diseases.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by veterinary office inventory control procedures.
• Maintain and support a collaborative work environment and assist other staff members as required.

Education

• Diploma - Veterinary Technician/Technologist

Total Compensation - We recognize how critical RVTs are to providing the best possible medical, surgical, and preventative medicine. We prove this by supporting your personal, financial, and professional growth through:

• A Wage Rate Commensurate with Skillset & Experience: $20.00/hr - $35.00/hr
• A Comprehensive Health Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, & Vision premiums paid by clinic)
• Professional Services Coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist, acupuncturist and more)
• Enhanced Mental Health Practitioner Coverage
• P3 Pawsitive Health & Lifestyle Spending Account
• $1000 Continuing Education (CE) allowance plus three days of paid leave to attend CE
• RRSP Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Licensing & Membership Dues
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Personal Emergency Days
• Generous Veterinary Discounts
• Uniform Allowance
• Additional Employee Perks
• Signing Bonus to assist with moving expenses can be arranged for out-of-town candidates

If you are looking for a progressive environment where each individual is heard, and recognized for their unique contributions, we'd love to talk.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants in our hiring process.

Contact Information

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or wish to submit your CV for consideration, please contact us at [e-mail]