Registered Veterinary Technologist, Team Lead Emergency, Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary service provider in Victoria is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technologist for the Team Lead role in Emergency care. The position requires leadership experience, effective communication, and a passion for animal care. The role combines emergency service duties with administrative tasks, offering advanced learning opportunities and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Library access

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Paid education benefits

Generous personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technologist or eligible to register.
• Experience orienting and training staff.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the veterinary technology team.
• Create schedules and monitor workflow.
• Perform clinical procedures including anesthesia monitoring.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT)

Job description

Overview

Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technologist with leadership experience for our Team Lead role in our Emergency service. Location: Victoria, BC. Salary Range: $36.00 to $42.00 (depending on experience).

This role combines the excitement of Emergency care with the opportunity to lead a team of dedicated Veterinary Technologists. The position works closely with the RVT-led leadership team, Medical Director, and other team leads. Successful candidates will have prior leadership experience, a desire to grow skills, a positive teamwork attitude, and strong customer service and communication skills. The role features a mix of ER duties and daytime administrative time, with on-call requirements (one of every four weeks) to respond to concerns remotely. Advanced learning opportunities are available with our Technical Development Officer and Specialists.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor the veterinary technology team; provide orientation, training, and performance management for new hires
• Create schedules, monitor workflow, and ensure smooth operations
• Maintain a high level of patient care and client service
• Identify and address concerns or conflicts proactively
• Attend regular leadership meetings to discuss challenges, solutions, new ideas, and clinic initiatives for the whole hospital
• Perform clinical procedures including venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, and patient assessment
• Thrive in a steady and often fast-paced environment
• Maintain accurate patient records and demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities
• Collaborate with colleagues and pet parents with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate a love of pets and a commitment to high standards of care

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) or eligible to register
• Ability to lead, support, coach, and mentor the team
• Experience orienting and training new staff; capable of performance management
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Willingness to further enhance technical skills
• Strong teamwork and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to keep accurate patient records
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• A love of pets

What we can offer you

• Generous compensation and opportunities for additional rewards
• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program – saving for your future just got easier
• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more
• Medical Library: 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more
• Mobilization and hands-free radiology options
• Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance
• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• Continuing education benefits; paid to learn
• Referral bonus rewards
• E-tools for meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
• Access to mini-courses and opportunities to give back to the community through VCA initiatives
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• Other perks including shopping discounts and wellness apps

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