Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Emergency & Urgent Care

Downtown Animal Hospitals of Kingston; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

Registration dues paid

Paid vacation

Pet policy

Health benefits

Network access

Job summary

Downtown Animal Hospital in Kingston, Ontario, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for its emergency and urgent care team. Join a busy hospital offering rapid case variety, mentorship, and a supportive workplace culture.

You will work in a modern facility with advanced imaging and in-house analyzers, delivering high‑quality patient care while building client relationships. Flexible shifts across days, evenings, nights, and weekends are available to fit a 36‑hour week.

Qualifications

• RVT designation or eligibility for registration in Ontario.
• Experience in emergency and urgent veterinary medicine.
• Strong patient care, nursing, and monitoring skills.
• Ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Desire to continue learning and growing professionally.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid, high-quality emergency and urgent veterinary care.
• Collaborate with a team of veterinary professionals to manage diverse cases.
• Utilize digital radiography, ultrasound and in-house analyzers to support diagnosis.
• Deliver exceptional client service and patient care in a fast-paced setting.
• Mentor and support junior staff where applicable.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Shift flexibility

Education

RVT designation or eligibility (Ontario)

Tools

Digital radiography

Point-of-care ultrasound

In-house analyzers

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Emergency & Urgent Care

Downtown Animal Hospital, 16 Bath Road, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:00 AM

Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.

We bring this to life through three promises:

• Our People Promise – To be a great place to work.
• Our Customer Promise – To deliver world-class veterinary care, locally.
• Our Sustainability Promise – To be a force for good.

Guided by our values—We Care, We Dare, We Share—we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together.

Our commitment to you:

Are you looking for a fast-paced, rewarding role where no two shifts are the same? At Downtown Animal Hospital, we are passionate about delivering exceptional emergency and urgent veterinary care while fostering a supportive, collaborative, and positive workplace culture.

Our team is made up of experienced professionals and emerging talent who work together to provide outstanding patient care, client service, and mentorship. If you're eager to expand your skills in emergency medicine while being surrounded by a dedicated and compassionate team, we'd love to meet you.

What's in it for You?

• Join a dynamic emergency and urgent care team where you will gain exposure to a wide variety of interesting and challenging cases.
• Work in a modern facility equipped with digital radiography, point-of-care ultrasound, and in‑house veterinary analyzers.
• Be part of a collaborative team of 8 DVMs, 10 RVTs, and 5 Veterinary Assistants who genuinely support one another's growth and success.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule with day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts designed around a 36-hour work week.
• Competitive compensation ranging from $22–$32 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

As part of our network, you will receive competitive compensation, generous CE allowance, registration dues paid, paid vacation, generous personal pet policy, great health benefits and access to our extensive network of veterinary professionals!

A Community of Excellence Awaits You

Downtown Animal Hospital is proud to be a trusted provider of emergency and urgent veterinary care in the Kingston community. Our hospital combines advanced medical technology with compassionate care to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients and their families.

We are equipped with cutting‑edge diagnostic tools, including digital radiographs, point‑of‑care ultrasound, and in‑house analyzers that support efficient and effective patient care. Our caseload offers tremendous opportunities to develop and sharpen your emergency nursing skills, with common presentations including:

• Acute gastrointestinal and urinary emergencies
• Acute lameness cases
• Quill injuries
• Chronic kidney disease and diabetic crises
• Emergency surgeries including pyometras, GDVs, and foreign body removals

Beyond our medicine, we're proud of our team's culture. We actively cultivate a positive working environment built on teamwork, respect, excellent patient care, and exceptional client experiences. New graduates and experienced professionals alike are welcomed and supported.

Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, Kingston offers an outstanding quality of life with something for everyone. Enjoy vibrant farmers' markets, Movies in the Square, Fort Henry, historic tours, live music, outdoor skating, boating, rowing, kayaking, sailing, and an incredible selection of unique restaurants and local attractions.

What You Bring

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) designation or eligibility for registration in Ontario.
• Passion for emergency and urgent veterinary medicine.
• Strong patient care, nursing, and monitoring skills.
• Ability to remain calm and organized in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• Desire to continue learning and growing professionally.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Connect With Us!

Ready to advance your veterinary career in an exciting emergency setting?

VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out [e-mail].

Downtown Animal Hospital, 16 Bath Road, Kingston, Ontario, Canada