Registered Veterinary Technologist, ER, Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre
Top Benefits
About the role
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Department: ER
Vancouver, BC
The Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre is an established, cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary facility located in the heart of metro Vancouver. We have been providing emergency care in this community since 1978 and specialty services since 2015. In addition to Emergency care, we provide Internal Medicine, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Radiology, Critical Care and Oncology services, with a Neurology service launch expected in early 2026.
Our Emergency Service is welcoming enthusiastic, highly motivated Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs) to join our ever-growing team!
Our Emergency RVTs will use their technical skills to the fullest and are given the necessary tools and resources to be successful in pursuing one or multiple passions within our hospital.
You will have opportunities to expand your learning through extensive exposure and involvement in various cases. Additional qualifications and attributes you must embrace to be successful in this role;
- Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT or eligible to register
- Confident team player who can also work independently when required
- Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a welcoming environment
- Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents
- Ability to perform a variety of clinical procedures including (not limited to): venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, in-house lab work, anesthesia/sedation monitoring, patient assessment, and emergency triage
- Willing to further enhance technical skills and expertise
- Strong organizational skills and ability to keep accurate medical records
- Ability to thrive and provide a high level of care in an often fast-paced environment,
- Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and remain calm in stressful situations
- Ability to adapt to changing situations
Our emergency department provides thorough training to all new staff members, including a mentoring program, to ensure the confidence and preparedness of all new team members. If you want to expand your knowledge and skills, joining the VAERC team would be a great opportunity for career advancement.
Schedule: As the Emergency Service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, this position will include shifts in the daytime, evenings, overnights, weekend, and holiday shifts. Shifts are typically 12 hours in length, 3 shifts/week.
Compensation: $27.00 to $38.00 per hour. The hourly rate range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.
What VCA Canada Offers
Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in: We have the right fit for you!
- RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada
- Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
- A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
- Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!
- Paid membership and dues
- Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
- Employee assistance program
- Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
- Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
- 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
- Annual uniform allowance
- Generous personal pet care discounts
Email: careers.canada@vca.com for further information or click Apply Now!
VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.
#BCVTA
#BCjobs
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
About VCA Canada
VCA Canada Animal Hospitals is a family of over 140 small animal veterinary practices located across 6 Canadian provinces. Our team of over 4,000 associates provide our communities with general, emergency and specialty services in our practices, offering compassionate care for pets and their families. Our purpose of Caring For Life’s Greatest Companions is felt in every part of the VCA Canada experience, whether it is our patients, our clients, our team members, or our communities. To learn more about us, please visit www.vcacanada.com.
Registered Veterinary Technologist, ER, Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre
Top Benefits
About the role
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Department: ER
Vancouver, BC
The Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre is an established, cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary facility located in the heart of metro Vancouver. We have been providing emergency care in this community since 1978 and specialty services since 2015. In addition to Emergency care, we provide Internal Medicine, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Radiology, Critical Care and Oncology services, with a Neurology service launch expected in early 2026.
Our Emergency Service is welcoming enthusiastic, highly motivated Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs) to join our ever-growing team!
Our Emergency RVTs will use their technical skills to the fullest and are given the necessary tools and resources to be successful in pursuing one or multiple passions within our hospital.
You will have opportunities to expand your learning through extensive exposure and involvement in various cases. Additional qualifications and attributes you must embrace to be successful in this role;
- Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT or eligible to register
- Confident team player who can also work independently when required
- Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a welcoming environment
- Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents
- Ability to perform a variety of clinical procedures including (not limited to): venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, in-house lab work, anesthesia/sedation monitoring, patient assessment, and emergency triage
- Willing to further enhance technical skills and expertise
- Strong organizational skills and ability to keep accurate medical records
- Ability to thrive and provide a high level of care in an often fast-paced environment,
- Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and remain calm in stressful situations
- Ability to adapt to changing situations
Our emergency department provides thorough training to all new staff members, including a mentoring program, to ensure the confidence and preparedness of all new team members. If you want to expand your knowledge and skills, joining the VAERC team would be a great opportunity for career advancement.
Schedule: As the Emergency Service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, this position will include shifts in the daytime, evenings, overnights, weekend, and holiday shifts. Shifts are typically 12 hours in length, 3 shifts/week.
Compensation: $27.00 to $38.00 per hour. The hourly rate range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.
What VCA Canada Offers
Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in: We have the right fit for you!
- RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada
- Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
- A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
- Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!
- Paid membership and dues
- Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
- Employee assistance program
- Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!
- Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
- 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
- Annual uniform allowance
- Generous personal pet care discounts
Email: careers.canada@vca.com for further information or click Apply Now!
VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.
#BCVTA
#BCjobs
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
About VCA Canada
VCA Canada Animal Hospitals is a family of over 140 small animal veterinary practices located across 6 Canadian provinces. Our team of over 4,000 associates provide our communities with general, emergency and specialty services in our practices, offering compassionate care for pets and their families. Our purpose of Caring For Life’s Greatest Companions is felt in every part of the VCA Canada experience, whether it is our patients, our clients, our team members, or our communities. To learn more about us, please visit www.vcacanada.com.