Category

Veterinary Technician / Assistant

Job Id

R-234806

Job Type

Full time

Job available in 2 locations

• Lake Country, British Columbia, Canada

• Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Department: General Practice

Location: Lake Country, BC

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00, depending on experience and skills.

Schedule: Rotating schedule (includes some weekends), featuring 10hr daytime shifts.

Tri Lake Animal Hospital & Referral Centreis excited to welcome a dedicated**Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT)**to our team of skilled veterinary professionals. We want great team players who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and who are passionate about delivering a high standard of patient care, as well as exceptional client service.

Our Techs have a unique opportunity to experience a wide variety of cases, working with both companion animals and exotic species.

• Have completed a Veterinary Technician program, and are currently registered or able to register with the BCVTA.
• 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 the ability to ask clarifying questions to help you find solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.
• Passion to learn more within the role.

What VCA Canada Offers

• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Paid BCVTA membership; paid access to NAVTA, VETgirl, and Plumbs.
• Continuing education benefits: paid to learn!
• Paid wellness days and sick days.
• 3 weeks' vacation to start!
• Annual uniform allowance
• Employee assistance program
• Referral Bonus Rewards!
• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care
• Generous personal pet care discounts

About us:

Located in beautiful Lake Country, BC, VCA Canada Tri Lake is a full-service animal hospital featuring hybrid GP, ER, and Specialty services provided by veterinarians and board-certified specialists. We offer wellness and emergency care for cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, reptiles and other exotics. Our hospital is equipped with a full in-house lab, CT scanner, ultrasound, digital radiology suite, endoscopy and 24-hour staffing. Our team is made up of experienced professionals, all dedicated to continuous learning and providing an excellent experience for both our clients and their pets.

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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.

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.

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