Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health; Township of Langley; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Extended health coverage

RRSP matching

Wellness allowance

CE allowance

Licensing dues paid

Vacation and sick leave

Uniform allowance

Staff discounts

Company events

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health's Animal Emergency Clinic of Fraser Valley in Langley, BC is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Surgery for a full-time role in a fast-paced emergency hospital. This AAHA‑accredited 24/7 facility emphasizes high‑quality patient care and teamwork.

Responsibilities include pre-surgical exams, anesthesia monitoring, IV catheter management, instrument sterilization, intraoperative assistance, postoperative care, and client communication.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with surgical experience.
• Proficient in anesthesia administration and monitoring, including mathematical calculations for drug doses and CRIs.
• Committed to maintaining professional registration and continuing education.
• Strong team player with excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-surgical examinations and obtain medical histories.
• Administer pre-anesthetic medications and monitor patient responses.
• Insert and manage IV catheters for fluid therapy and medication administration.
• Sterilize and prepare surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assist with tissue handling, retraction, and other intraoperative tasks as directed.
• Adjust anesthesia levels and administer additional medications as needed.
• Provide postoperative care, including pain management and wound care.
• Ensure the surgical suite is disinfected and ready for the next procedure.
• Counsel clients on postoperative care instructions and provide patient updates.
• Accurately document all aspects of the surgical procedure, including anesthesia records, patient monitoring data, and postoperative care.
• Help mentor visiting practicum students and peers.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

Skills

Surgical RVT experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Drug dose calculations

Team collaboration

Continuing education

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Surgery

$30–40/hr based on experience + up to $5,000 signing bonus

Full-time opportunity in Langley, British Columbia at the Animal Emergency Clinic of Fraser Valley

Schedule: Full-time, permanent - anticipated four 10-hour shifts on weekday days, with occasional ER shifts (potentially including nights, stats, and weekends)

As a Surgery RVT at Animal Emergency Clinic of Fraser Valley (AECFV), you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of surgical procedures and the well-being of our patients. You’ll work alongside a skilled and collaborative team in a fast-paced, high-quality care environment.

Why Join Animal Emergency Clinic of Fraser Valley (AECFV)

At Animal Emergency Clinic of Fraser Valley (AECFV), part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you’ll join one of the largest and busiest standalone emergency hospitals in Western Canada, providing emergency and critical care to the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley since 1996. Our 8,000 sq ft AAHA-accredited facility runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, houses one of the largest blood banks in Canada, and is equipped with state-of-the‑art diagnostic and treatment tools. As a family-founded clinic, we hold fast to a sense of community where veterinarians, registered veterinary technicians, and veterinary assistants genuinely look out for one another.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Conduct pre-surgical examinations and obtain medical histories
• Administer pre-anesthetic medications and monitor patient responses
• Insert and manage IV catheters for fluid therapy and medication administration
• Sterilize and prepare surgical instruments and equipment
• Assist with tissue handling, retraction, and other intraoperative tasks as directed
• Adjust anesthesia levels and administer additional medications as needed
• Provide postoperative care, including pain management and wound care
• Ensure the surgical suite is disinfected and ready for the next procedure
• Counsel clients on postoperative care instructions and provide patient updates
• Accurately document all aspects of the surgical procedure, including anesthesia records, patient monitoring data, and postoperative care
• Help mentor visiting practicum students and peers
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You Bring

• Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) with surgical experience
• Proficient in anesthesia administration and monitoring, including mathematical calculations for drug doses and CRIs
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail, dedicated to excellent patient care
• Committed to maintaining professional registration and continuing education
• Strong team player with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Accurate, organized, flexible, and able to take initiative
• Physically able to meet the demands of the role: holding or carrying weight for extended periods, standing for extended periods, bending, crouching, and lifting
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care

Perks & Benefits

Pay:

• $30–40/hr based on experience
• Evening and overnight shift premiums if applicable

Bonuses:

• Up to $5,000 signing bonus
• Relocation assistance may be available for full-time candidates

Benefits:

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• RRSP matching program
• Annual health and wellness allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education allowance plus paid conference days
• Paid licensing and membership dues
• Paid vacation, sick days, and bereavement leave
• Uniform allowance
• Generous staff discounts on services, products, and pet facilities
• Company events and a fun team atmosphere

Location Highlight

Langley, British Columbia sits in the heart of the Fraser Valley, about 45 minutes from Vancouver. The area offers a blend of suburban comfort and rural charm, with easy access to wineries, parks, and outdoor recreation, plus the mountains and coastline of the Pacific Northwest close at hand.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.