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Registered Veterinary Technologist, ER, Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre

VCA Animal Hospitals

Vancouver

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

25 days ago

Job summary

A prominent animal healthcare provider in Vancouver is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technologist for its Emergency Service. This role involves performing clinical procedures, collaborating with team members, and providing outstanding customer service. The position offers a range of shifts, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development within a caring workplace culture.

Benefits

Employee assistance program
Paid wellness days
Continuing education benefits
Generous personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

  • Confident team player who can also work independently when required.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high level of care.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform clinical procedures including venipuncture and anesthesia monitoring.
  • Collaborate with a team and work independently when required.
  • Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Team player
Strong communication skills
Ability to work independently
Problem-solving skills

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician
Job description
Overview

Registered Veterinary Technologist

Department: ER Vancouver, BC

The Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre is an established, cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary facility located in the heart of metro Vancouver. We have been providing emergency care in this community since 1978 and specialty services since 2015. In addition to Emergency care, we provide Internal Medicine, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Radiology, Critical Care and Oncology services, with a Neurology service launch expected in early 2026.

Our Emergency Service is welcoming enthusiastic, highly motivated Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs) to join our ever-growing team!

Our Emergency RVTs will use their technical skills to the fullest and are given the necessary tools and resources to be successful in pursuing one or multiple passions within our hospital.

You will have opportunities to expand your learning through extensive exposure and involvement in various cases. Additional qualifications and attributes you must embrace to be successful in this role:

Responsibilities
  • Perform a variety of clinical procedures including (not limited to): venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, in-house lab work, anesthesia/sedation monitoring, patient assessment, and emergency triage

  • Collaborate with a team and also work independently when required

  • Provide exceptional customer service and create a welcoming environment for pets and pet parents

  • Maintain strong interpersonal skills when working with colleagues and clients

  • Prioritize, problem-solve, and remain calm in stressful situations; adapt to changing circumstances

  • Maintain accurate medical records with strong organizational skills

  • Willingness to further enhance technical skills and expertise

Qualifications
  • Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT or eligible to register

  • Confident team player who can also work independently when required

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high level of care

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Schedule and Compensation

Schedule: The Emergency Service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position will include shifts in daytime, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts are typically 12 hours in length, 3 shifts/week.

Compensation: $27.00 to $38.00 per hour. The hourly rate range is for the primary location for which the job is posted and may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families. With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in.

  • RRSP Employer Group Match Program

  • Medical Library with 2000+ journals and 600+ textbooks

  • A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation

  • Paid membership and dues

  • Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time

  • Employee assistance program

  • Continuing education benefits; paid to learn

  • Career development opportunities

  • Referral bonus rewards

  • E-tools for meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus

  • Telemedicine for quick access to care

  • Access to mini-courses and opportunities to give back through VCA initiatives

  • Annual uniform allowance

  • Generous personal pet care discounts

Contact: Email careers.canada@vca.com for further information or click Apply Now.

VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

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