Senior RVT: Expert Patient Care & Team Mentorship

Spca; Penticton; Hybrid; CAD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The BC SPCA in Penticton, BC is seeking a Senior Registered Veterinary Technologist to support veterinarians and deliver high-quality patient care.

Reporting to Practice Manager, you will perform laboratory duties, anesthesia, surgeries assistance, and client communication, while mentoring junior RVTs. This exempt, full-time role requires a strong veterinary background and dedication to animal welfare, with opportunities to contribute to hospital operations.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a CVMA-accredited RVT program and registration with BCVTA.
• Minimum five years’ RVT experience and proficiency in RVT practice.
• Experience delivering high quality customer service to clients.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with multi-tasking ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work safely in a clinical setting.
• Familiarity with veterinary practice software; Cornerstone a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors in patient care and procedures and coordinate with staff.
• Monitor anesthesia, administer medications, and support surgical procedures.
• Calculate drug doses, monitor controlled substances, and ensure proper records.
• Perform wound care, dental treatments, and basic therapeutic procedures.
• Collect specimens and perform lab tests to aid diagnosis.
• Maintain medical records, prepare reports, and manage supplies.
• Educate clients on care and treatment and discharge instructions.
• Mentor RVTs and students when requested and contribute to training.

Skills

RVT expertise

Patient care

Laboratory techniques

Communication skills

Time management

Team mentoring

Education

CVMA-accredited RVT program

BCVTA registration

Tools

Cornerstone

Job description

The BC SPCA in Penticton, BC is seeking a Senior Registered Veterinary Technologist to support veterinarians and deliver high-quality patient care.

Reporting to Practice Manager, you will perform laboratory duties, anesthesia, surgeries assistance, and client communication, while mentoring junior RVTs. This exempt, full-time role requires a strong veterinary background and dedication to animal welfare, with opportunities to contribute to hospital operations.