Registered Veterinary Technician/Technologist - Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic

VetStrategy; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education opportunities

Wellness support

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth

Network with VetStrategy

Job summary

Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic (KVEC), part of VetStrategy, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our emergency team in Peterborough. You’ll provide high-quality nursing care to emergency and hospitalized patients and assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.

Join a collaborative, supportive team that values continued learning, offers CE opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and wellness resources, while you grow your emergency

Qualifications

• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT).
• A passion for providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Strong technical, communication, and organizational skills.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• The ability to prioritize tasks and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence recognizing changes in patient condition and communicating concerns to the medical team.
• Compassion and professionalism when supporting clients during stressful situations.
• A willingness to continue learning and developing your skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to emergency and hospitalized patients.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and emergency procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia, support surgical procedures, and provide perioperative care.
• Perform and assist with diagnostic testing, including laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitor patient status, recognize changes, and communicate concerns to the medical team.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the attending veterinarian.
• Support triage, stabilization, and ongoing monitoring of emergency patients.
• Communicate compassionately with clients during stressful situations.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure equipment and treatment areas are clean and ready for use.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure excellent patient care and smooth hospital operations.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

OAVT registration

Job description

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.

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic

Are you an RVT who thrives in emergency medicine, enjoys a varied caseload, and wants to work with a team that truly supports one another? Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic (KVEC) is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our growing emergency team!

Whether you’re an experienced emergency RVT or looking to build your skills in a fast-paced hospital environment, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real difference for patients and their families.

About Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic

Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic is an accredited, full-service, 24-hour, 7-day-a-week small animal emergency hospital serving Peterborough, the Kawarthas, Northumberland, and surrounding communities.

Our highly qualified veterinary team provides compassionate, high-quality emergency care when pets need it most. We’re proud of our welcoming and collaborative culture, where team members look out for one another and work together to provide the best possible care.

Emergency medicine is exciting, challenging, and rewarding. At KVEC, you’ll be part of a team that values your skills, encourages continued learning, and recognizes the important role RVTs play in patient care.

Join a Team Where You Can Make a Difference

As an RVT at KVEC, you’ll work alongside experienced veterinarians, RVTs, and veterinary support professionals to care for patients with a wide range of emergency and urgent medical needs.

You’ll have opportunities to use your technical skills, think critically, and contribute to patient care while continuing to develop your confidence and clinical abilities. We believe RVTs should be supported in practising to the fullest extent of their training and experience.

The Opportunity

• Provide high-quality nursing care to emergency and hospitalized patients.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and emergency procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia, support surgical procedures, and provide appropriate perioperative care.
• Perform and assist with diagnostic testing, including laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitor patient status, recognize changes, and communicate concerns promptly to the medical team.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the attending veterinarian.
• Support triage, stabilization, and ongoing monitoring of emergency patients.
• Communicate compassionately with clients during stressful and emotional situations.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure equipment and treatment areas are clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Collaborate with the entire team to ensure excellent patient care and smooth hospital operations.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Continuing education opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Opportunities to develop your emergency nursing skills and expand your clinical knowledge.
• A collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued.
• Wellness support tailored to the unique demands of emergency veterinary medicine.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• The support and resources of a larger veterinary network while maintaining a strong local team culture.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A team that supports one another. Emergency medicine takes teamwork, communication, and trust. At KVEC, you’ll work with a skilled and welcoming team that understands the challenges of emergency practice and values the people behind the care.

A rewarding and varied caseload. Every shift brings opportunities to learn and make a meaningful difference. You’ll develop your technical skills and clinical judgment while caring for patients who need urgent attention.

Opportunities to learn and grow. Whether you’re new to emergency medicine or bring years of experience, you’ll have opportunities to build your skills, learn from experienced colleagues, and pursue your professional interests.

An incredible community. Peterborough offers a balance of city amenities and access to nature. With trails, parks, lakes, and cottage country nearby, there’s plenty to explore outside of work.

Located approximately two hours from Toronto, Peterborough offers a welcoming community, a vibrant downtown, local events, and a more relaxed pace of life.

What You’ll Bring

• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT).
• A passion for providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Strong technical, communication, and organizational skills.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• The ability to prioritize tasks and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence recognizing changes in patient condition and communicating concerns to the medical team.
• Compassion and professionalism when supporting clients during stressful situations.
• A willingness to continue learning and developing your skills.

Previous emergency or specialty experience is an asset, but RVTs with a strong interest in emergency medicine are encouraged to apply.

If you require accommodation, please reach out to [e-mail].

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 to [e-mail].