Veterinary Technologist, Highlands Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 26,174 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical library access

RRSP 5% match

Paid vacation

Continuing education benefits

Referral bonus rewards

Employee assistance program

Wellness days

Job summary

VCA Canada Highlands Animal Hospital in North Vancouver, BC is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technologist or Veterinary Technician (RVT/VT) to join our collaborative team. The role focuses on surgical preparation, patient care, and detailed medical record-keeping in a supportive, family-like environment.

We welcome new graduates and offer a respectful workplace with ample learning opportunities, including access to continuing education and wellness benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technologist or Veterinary Technician (RVT/VT) with ability to perform essential clinical tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork to support veterinarians and clients.
• Proficient in maintaining accurate and detailed patient records.

Responsibilities

• Surgical preparation, assisting and patient recovery.
• Care for hospitalized patients and client education.
• Maintain thorough patient records and assist with handling multiple cases.
• Support new graduates and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

RVT/VT credential

Interpersonal skills

Record keeping

Tools

Radiology familiarity

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT
Location: North Vancouver, BC
Compensation: $19.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills

Highlands Animal Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technologist or Veterinary Technician (RVT/VT) to join our established network of highly skilled professionals.

• At Highlands, we pride ourselves on our tight-knit, collaborative work environment. We are a supportive group of professionals who treat each other like family and love welcoming new faces to our team.
• We are incredibly fortunate to partner with wonderful, loyal clients who make coming to work rewarding every single day.
• Located in a beautiful, peaceful neighborhood in North Vancouver, our hospital is nestled in a quiet community that offers a scenic and serene environment to build your career.
• New graduates with knowledge of physical examinations, patient assessment, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy – welcome to apply! We love growing new graduates.
• Surgical preparation, assisting and patient recovery.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records.
• Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their pet parents.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to problem-solve or ask clarifying questions to help find solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.
• Passion to learn more within the role.
• A love for all companion animals.

What VCA Canada Offers

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Ask us about our mobilization and hands‑free radiology!
• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance
• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
• Referral Bonus Rewards!
• E‑tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
• Access to amazing mini‑courses
• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

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.

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