Veterinary Technician, Western Canada Veterinary Eye Specialists

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

RRSP employer matching (5%)

Paid time off for continuing education

Annual CE allowance

Benefits: minimum 24 hours per week

Paid annual certification memberships

Uniform allowance

Mental health resources

Career development pathways

Pet care discounts

Wellness app access

Job summary

Western Canada Veterinary Eye Specialists in New Westminster, BC, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join a dedicated ophthalmology team. The role offers a signing bonus of $2000 and compensation ranging from $32.00 to $38.00 per hour, based on experience and skills.

You will work in a small team, expand anesthetic skills, and take on responsibilities while developing excellent communication and patient-care abilities. Immediate hire is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program, with eligibility for registration in the applicable province.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital or clinical setting is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and clinical procedures.
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, and patient assessment.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain animals using appropriate techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to animal care.
• Commitment to continuing education and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and schedules.
• Preparing to write your VTNE? We can help!

Responsibilities

• The position includes a wide range of responsibilities and the opportunity to learn much about ophthalmology.
• We are hoping to fill the position immediately.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Laboratory procedures

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Adaptability

Education

Veterinary Technician program

Eligibility for provincial registration

Tools

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician, RVT

Department: Ophthalmology

Location: New Westminster, BC

Compensation: $32.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills

$2000 Signing Bonus!

Western Canada Veterinary Eye Specialists in New Westminster, BC, is looking for a full-time RVT. We want to find an enthusiastic, fun and energetic technician who is willing to expand their anesthetic skills. The position includes a wide range of responsibilities and the opportunity to learn much about ophthalmology. We hope to find a person who likes to work in a small team, who thrives on taking on responsibilities and who has developed great communication skills. We are hoping to fill the position immediately.

• Completion of a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program, with eligibility for registration in the applicable province.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital or clinical setting is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and clinical procedures.
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, and patient assessment.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain animals using appropriate techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to animal care.
• Commitment to continuing education and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and schedules.
• Preparing to write your VTNE? We can help!

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role.
• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future.
• Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days.
• Annual CE Allowance.
• Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options.
• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance.
• Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.
• Various career development pathways.
• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canada.