RVT

Kingsway Veterinary Clinic; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Kingsway Veterinary Clinic in Vancouver, BC, is seeking a part-time, on-site Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT). You will assist veterinarians, perform routine diagnostics, and support anesthesia monitoring and surgical preparation.

Daily tasks include nursing care, medication administration, charting, and client education. The ideal candidate holds an RVT designation (or eligibility) in BC, with experience in small animal care and a collaborative, client-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• RVT designation or eligibility in British Columbia and graduation from an accredited veterinary technology program.
• Demonstrated patient care and clinical skills with small animals, including restraint and monitoring anesthesia.
• Experience with diagnostic procedures: in-house labs, blood draws, radiography.
• Strong communication and client service, able to explain treatment plans clearly.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based clinical environment and manage time in a busy practice.
• Proficiency with veterinary practice management software and basic computer use.
• Commitment to animal welfare and adherence to clinic protocols; willingness to ongoing professional development.
• Experience in small animal surgery, dentistry, and emergency triage is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
• Perform routine diagnostics such as blood draws, lab testing, and radiographs.
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical preparation and recovery.
• Provide patient nursing care and administer medications and treatments.
• Maintain accurate medical records and educate clients on preventive care.
• Support inventory management, cleanliness, and safety in treatment and surgery areas.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative clinic culture.

Skills

RVT patient care

Diagnostics & radiography

Medication administration

Client communication

Team-based care

Computer literacy

Animal welfare adherence

Surgical assistance & anesthesia

Education

RVT designation or BC eligibility

Graduation from accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Company Description

Kingsway Veterinary Clinic is a small animal practice in Vancouver dedicated to providing comprehensive consultations and treatments for companion animals. The clinic offers personalized care for dogs and cata, focusing on both preventive medicine and medical/surgical treatment. Team members work closely with clients to support the long-term health and wellbeing of their animals. The clinic values collaborative, compassionate care and a supportive work environment for veterinary professionals. Located in Vancouver, BC, Kingsway Veterinary Clinic serves a diverse community of pet guardians.

Role Description

This is a part-time, on-site Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) role based at Kingsway Veterinary Clinic in Vancouver, BC. The RVT will assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures, perform routine diagnostics such as blood draws, lab testing, and radiographs, and support anesthesia monitoring and surgical preparation. Daily tasks include administering medications and treatments, providing patient nursing care, maintaining accurate medical records, and educating clients on preventive care and post-treatment instructions. The RVT will also help with inventory management, ensure cleanliness and safety in treatment and surgery areas, and contribute to a positive, collaborative clinic culture.

Qualifications

• Current RVT designation (or eligibility) in British Columbia and graduation from an accredited veterinary technology program.
• Competence in patient care and clinical skills, including handling and restraint of small animals, administering medications, and monitoring anesthesia.
• Experience with diagnostic procedures such as laboratory sample collection, in-house lab equipment, and radiography.
• Strong communication and client service skills, with the ability to explain treatment plans and home care instructions clearly and respectfully.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based clinical environment, demonstrate sound judgment, and manage time in a busy practice.
• Comfort with basic computer use and veterinary practice management software for charting, scheduling, and record-keeping.
• Commitment to animal welfare, adherence to clinic protocols, and willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
• Previous small animal clinic experience is an asset, including experience in surgery, dental procedures, and emergency triage.