Registered Veterinary Technician / Technologist

VetStrategy; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 48,216 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage: $35–$42 per hour

Shift premiums for overnight/weekend

Overtime pay

Annual merit increases

RRSP matching

CE allowance

Paid vacation & sick days

EAP and 24/7 telemedicine

Staff pet-care discounts

Job summary

VetStrategy's Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital on Vancouver Island, Nanaimo, seeks a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our 24/7 emergency team. Our 4‑day work week currently; three 12‑hour shifts per week; shifts include day, swing, and night with rotation.

We value mentorship, ongoing learning, and supportive collaboration; emergency experience is asset but training is provided.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing with the BCVTA.
• Strong technical and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork in a busy ER.

Responsibilities

• Triage and monitor emergency and critical patients.
• Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• IV catheter placement, blood collection, in-house lab testing.
• Assist with emergency diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Accurate and timely medical record keeping.
• Compassionate and professional client communication.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe emergency department.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Organizational skills

multitasking under pressure

Communication and teamwork

Education

RVT in good standing with BCVTA

Tools

Cornerstone Whiteboard

Job description

About VetStrategy

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

Our 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 communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together.

Position

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital

Hourly Wage: $35–$42 per hour (depending on experience)

Located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Nanaimo offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in emergency medicine while enjoying a pacific coastal lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation, a strong community, and a balanced pace of life. We are centrally located on Vancouver Island, an easy day trip from BC’s Capital, Victoria, or the surf destination of Vancouver Island (Tofino), with daily ferries and flights to and from Vancouver for more adventurous trips or big city escapes.

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Emergency team at our 24/7 veterinary hospital. We currently operate on a modified 4‑day work week while we continue to build our team, with a goal to be back to 24/7 functionality as soon as possible. RVTs enjoy a condensed work schedule consisting of three 12‑hour shifts per week, which are a combination of Day shifts, Swing shifts, and Night shifts (block scheduling and rotational flexibility available as needed).

This role is ideal for an RVT who enjoys emergency medicine or is emergency‑curious, values teamwork, and is looking for a workplace that actively supports learning, mentorship, and professional development. Emergency experience is considered an asset but is not required – training and ongoing support are provided. Come and see what life in the ER on beautiful Vancouver Island is like!

Compensation & Benefits

• Wage: $35–$42 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Shift premiums for overnight and weekend shifts
• Overtime pay as per BC Employment Standards
• Annual merit increases
• RRSP matching program
• Comprehensive, customizable benefits package for full‑time employees and family, including an above‑average allowance for mental health services
• Unlimited continuing education (CE) allowance
• 2 You Deserve It days (over and above vacation and sick days)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) and access to 24/7 telemedicine services for you and your family
• Structured onboarding, training, and mentorship
• Paid vacation, sick days (5 days)
• Staff pet‑care discounts

Job Responsibilities

• Triage and monitoring of emergency and critical patients
• Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• IV catheter placement, blood collection, and in‑house laboratory testing
• Assisting with emergency diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Accurate and timely medical record keeping
• Compassionate and professional client communication
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe emergency department
• Familiar with Cornerstone Whiteboard is an asset, but not required

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing with the BCVTA
• Strong technical and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

We are 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 to [e-mail].