RVT - CA Wards

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre seeks a Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join the Companion Animal Hospital team on a temporary full-time basis from 11/09/2026 to 06/30/2027.

You will assist with surgeries, patient care, and teaching; requires VTNE, OAVT registration, and strong customer service. The role supports both companion and large animals as needed.

Qualifications

• Two year college diploma in veterinary technology.
• OAVT registration in good standing; VTNE completed.
• Proven customer service skills and ability to mentor students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building client caseload through outstanding service.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate with service areas.
• Recover and monitor post-operative patients and sedation.
• Prepare patients for surgery and set up surgical suites.
• Assist clinicians with surgeries and monitor vital signs.
• Provide guidance to students and staff; maintain medical records.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year Veterinary Tech diploma

OAVT registration

VTNE certification

Tools

Hospital Management Information System

Job description

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Primary Category Page: Staff and Management

Division: Health Sciences Centre

Department:Companion Animal Hospital
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

Temporary full-time from 11/09/2026to06/30/2027

Temporary Absence of the Regular Incumbent

General Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, Patient Care and Service Delivery and under the direction of a clinician, the RVT participates as a member of the healthcare team of the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre.

This position will be primarily assigned to theCompanion Animal Wardsbut may be required to support other units in times of operational needs. The OVC HSC has a varied patient base, thus RVTs may be assisting activities relating to both companion and large animals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in building client caseload through the delivery of outstanding client service.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate effectively with service areas regarding patient’s status, care procedures and location in hospital.
• Recover and monitor post-operative patients and sedation procedures.
• Clean and process flexible endoscopes while maintaining processing equipment.
• Provide technical support to the Canine and Feline Blood Donor programs.
• Coordinate and provide technical support for Specialty Services.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records ensuring patient/client confidentiality.
• Observe and evaluate the health status of patients, administer prescribed drugs/therapeutic treatments, collect samples, perform diagnostic testing and assist with patient restraint.
• Prepare patients for surgery (including clipping and prepping surgical site using aseptic technique) and set up surgical suites with specialized equipment and instruments according to safety protocols.
• Assist clinicians with surgical procedures; monitor patient for changes in body functions and vital signs.
• Provide technical support and functional guidance to veterinary students, graduate students, clinicians (faculty and veterinarians) and staff.

Requirements

• Two (2) year College Diploma.
• Successful completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program recognized by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT).
• Full member in good standing with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT).
• Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician Examination (VTNE) and the OAVT mandatory ethics exam. OAVT registration is required.
• One year prior experience working as an RVT.
• Demonstrated proficiency in customer service: excellent communication and organizational skills particularly with respect to dealing with clients; ability to mentor students and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Familiarity with common computer software including Hospital Management Information System software is preferred.
• Flexibility in scheduling availability is required. The incumbent may be required to work a variety of shifts including, days, evenings, nights and weekends.

The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of adequate rabies titre demonstrating protective immunity following vaccination.

Employee Type: Regular
Position Number:10623107

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 11/04/2026
Closing Date:11/11/2026