Smiling Blue Skies RVT - Anesthesia

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Guelph's Health Sciences Centre is seeking a Temporary RVT to join the Ontario Veterinary College team. You will participate mainly in anesthesia/radiation therapy activities and may assist other units as needed, caring for both companion and large animals.

Ideal candidates hold a two-year college diploma, VTNE and OAVT registration, 1–2 years RVT experience, and strong client service skills. Evenings, overnights, and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Two-year college diploma in veterinary technology.
• Accredited veterinary technician program and OAVT membership.
• VTNE and ethics exam completed; OAVT registration required.
• 1–2 years RVT experience; anesthesia experience preferred.
• Strong client service and teamwork.
• Proficiency in Ezyvet, SmartFlow, and Asteris software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building client caseload through outstanding service.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate status with service areas.
• Maintain medical records and confidentiality.
• Observe health, administer prescribed drugs/therapeutic treatments, collect samples, assist with anesthesia.
• Review records, prepare anesthetic protocol, induce and recover patient.
• Provide guidance to veterinary students, clinicians, and staff.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Team mentorship

Organization

Documentation

Anesthesia support

Veterinary software

Education

Two-year college diploma

Accredited veterinary technician program

OAVT status

VTNE certification

Tools

Ezyvet

SmartFlow

Asteris software

Job description

Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

Primary Category Page: Staff and Management

Division: Health Sciences Centre

Requisition ID: 2812

Department: Hospital Operations

This position is classified under the Grant and Trust Administrative & Technical Group

Temporary full-time from 09/01/2026 to 08/31/2027

General Purpose

Reporting to the Supervisor, Patient Care and Service Delivery and under the direction of a clinician, the Smiling Blue Skies RVT participates as a member of the healthcare team of the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre. This position will be primarily assigned to the Anesthesia/Radiation Therapy services but may be required to support other units in times of operational need. 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.
• 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.
• Review medical record, evaluate patient, prepare anesthetic protocol, induce, maintain anesthesia and recover patient under the direction of the anesthesiologist.
• 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-Two (1-2) years prior experience working as an RVT.
• Two (2) years prior anesthesia experience as an RVT preferred.
• 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 Ezyvet, Smartflow, Asteris software is preferred.
• Flexibility in scheduling availability is required. The incumbent may be required to work a variety of shifts including evenings, overnights and weekends.

The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rabies titre.

Employee Type: Temporary

Position Number: 10927899

Classification: Grant/ Trust fund position, Band GTAT - Band D

GTAT (Grant & Trust Administrative and Technical) Salary Grid

• Tentative evaluation; subject to final review.

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: 08/18/2026

Close Date: 08/25/2026