Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Job summary

The Registered Veterinary Technician will provide exceptional patient care for urgent and critical cases by performing triage, monitoring vitals, and assisting with emergency procedures. They will also work closely with DVMs to manage hospitalized patients, perform diagnostic imaging, and maintain clear client communication.

Job details

Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency | $28–$40/hour | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Location: Mississauga, Ontario Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts per week Compensation: $28–$40/hour + $2/hour Overnight Differential + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency to join our growing emergency team in Mississauga, Ontario. This is an opportunity for a Veterinary Technician to build advanced ER and Critical Care skills while working alongside a highly skilled, collaborative team in a 24/7 emergency and referral hospital. Whether you’re an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician who thrives in emergency medicine or you’re coming from general practice and ready for more complexity, you’ll have the opportunity to manage a wide variety of emergency cases, expand your technical skills, and practice at the top of your license Compensation $28–$40/hour based on experience and skillset $2/hour overnight differential (8:00 PM–7:00 AM) $5,000 sign-on bonus Full-Time Benefits: 100% employer-paid health premiums + $500 Wellness Program! OAVT dues covered RRSP with employer match CE + real support to grow your skills Vacation earned within your first year + 5 PAID sick days Two paid bereavement days, including for the loss of a beloved pet Employee pet discounts, vision care & more Secure underground parking Access to VetBloom (RACE-approved CE) Veterinary Technician Education Scholarships License renewal reimbursement Fully stocked snack kitchen! Schedule Three 12-hour shifts per week Rotating days and overnights Every other weekend required Responsibilities This is a hands-on Emergency Veterinary Technician role where your skills will be used every day in meaningful ways. You’ll work closely with DVMs and fellow RVTs to provide exceptional patient care for urgent and critical cases. Triage and emergency patient assessment Venipuncture and IV catheter placement Monitoring hospitalized patients and delivering nursing care Patient vitals and ongoing treatment monitoring Anesthesia support, surgical prep, and recovery Diagnostic imaging including radiographs ECG monitoring Laboratory sample collection and processing Client communication and education Assisting with emergency procedures and treatments Advanced technical skills may include: Central line placement assistance Urinary catheter placement NG tubes and nasal cannulas Chest tubes Feeding tubes Blood transfusions Advanced CPR (RECOVER training provided) This is the kind of ER where you’ll continue building your skills—not just repeat the same routine every shift. You’ll be supported, challenged, and trusted to contribute at a high level. Qualifications Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required; CVT/LVT equivalents considered Emergency or critical care experience preferred, but strong GP technicians looking to transition into ER are encouraged to apply Strong anesthesia and patient care skills Ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency setting Excellent communication and teamwork skills Passion for emergency medicine and continued learning Fluent English speaking and reading skills required About the Hospital Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto is a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital serving Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Area. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional emergency and referral care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where Veterinary Technicians can continue to grow and develop their skills. Our hospital is equipped with: Digital radiography Ultrasound IDEXX in-house laboratory i-Stat diagnostics Multi-parameter patient monitoring EzyVet, SmartFlow, and Cubex We take our medicine seriously—and we value teamwork, mentorship, and building a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and growth-focused, with leadership that values open communication and professional development. We're also proud to support local rescue organizations and host Canadian Animal Blood Banking clinics within our community. Surrounding Areas Our hospital is located in Mississauga, Ontario, with access to a large veterinary talent network across the Greater Toronto Area. Qualified Veterinary Technicians commonly commute from: Toronto, ON & Etobicoke, ON Oakville, ON & Burlington, ON Milton, ON & Brampton, ON Georgetown, ON & Vaughan, ON North York, ON & Hamilton, ON Considering Relocating? Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community. About Ethos Veterinary Health Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together. Join Us At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care. Equal Opportunity Employer Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

What you’ll do

The Registered Veterinary Technician will provide exceptional patient care for urgent and critical cases by performing triage, monitoring vitals, and assisting with emergency procedures. They will also work closely with DVMs to manage hospitalized patients, perform diagnostic imaging, and maintain clear client communication.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or hold an equivalent CVT/LVT certification. Strong anesthesia and patient care skills are required, along with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency setting.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Wellness program
• OAVT dues coverage
• RRSP with employer match
• Continuing education support
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid bereavement leave
• Employee pet discounts
• Vision care
• Secure underground parking
• VetBloom access
• Veterinary technician education scholarships
• License renewal reimbursement
• Snack kitchen

Listed skills

• CPR · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Triage
• Emergency patient assessment
• Venipuncture
• IV catheter placement
• Nursing care
• Anesthesia support
• Surgical prep
• Diagnostic imaging
• Radiographs
• ECG monitoring
• Laboratory sample collection
• Client communication
• Central line placement
• Urinary catheter placement
• Blood transfusions
• CPR
• Blood Banking
• Central Venous Catheter
• Productivity Improvement
• Patient Monitoring
• Vital Signs
• Emergency Veterinary Medicine
• Electrocardiography
• Anesthesia
• Veterinary Medicine
• Teaching
• Medical Imaging
• Blood Transfusions
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Communication
• Radiography
• Medical Ultrasonography
• Digital Radiography
• Emergency Medicine
• Emergency Procedures
• English Language
• Optometry
• Leadership
• Health Assessment
• Innovation
• Mentorship
• Nursing Care
• Chest Tubes
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• Sample Collection
• Urinary Catheterization
• Certified Veterinary Technician
• Critical Care
• Prioritization
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Registered Veterinary Technician
• Veterinary Technician / Technologist
• Veterinary Technicians and Assistants
• Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

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