Registered Veterinary Technician / Technologist
Top Benefits
About the role
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
We bring this to life through three promises
Our People Promise – To be a great place to work. Our Customer Promise – To deliver world-class veterinary care, locally. Our Sustainability Promise – To be a force for good. Guided by our values—We Care, We Dare, We Share—we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together. Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital Hourly Wage: $35–$42/hour (depending on experience) Located on beautiful Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Nanaimo offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in emergency medicine while enjoying a pacific coastal lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation, a strong community, and a balanced pace of life. We are centrally located on Vancouver Island, an easy day trip from BC’s Capital, Victoria, or the surf destination of Vancouver Island (Tofino), with daily ferries and flights to and from Vancouver for more adventurous trips or big city escapes. We are seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Emergency team at our 24/7 veterinary hospital. We currently operate on a modified 4-day work week while we continue to build our team, with a goal to be back to 24/7 functionality as soon as possible. RVTs enjoy a condensed work schedule consisting of three 12 hours shifts per week, which are a combination of Day shifts, Swing shifts, and Night shifts (block scheduling and rotational flexibility available as needed). This role is ideal for an RVT who enjoys emergency medicine or is emergency-curious, values teamwork, and is looking for a workplace that actively supports learning, mentorship, and professional development. Emergency experience is considered an asset but is not required — training and ongoing support are provided. Come and see what life in the ER on beautiful Vancouver Island is like!
Compensation & Benefits
Wage: $35–$42 per hour, commensurate with experience Shift premiums for overnight and weekend shifts Overtime pay as per BC Employment Standards Annual Merit increases RRSP matching program Comprehensive, customizable, benefits package for full-time employees and family, including an above average allowance for mental health services to fully support you Unlimited Continuing Education (CE) allowance 2 You Deserve It Days (over and above vacation and sick days) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to 24/7 telemedicine services for you and your family Structured onboarding, training, and mentorship Paid vacation, sick days (5 days) Staff pet care discounts Job Responsibilities Triage and monitoring of emergency and critical patients Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery IV catheter placement, blood collection, and in-house laboratory testing Assisting with emergency diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures Accurate and timely medical record keeping Compassionate and professional client communication Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe emergency department Familiar with Cornerstone Whiteboard is an asset, but not required.
Qualifications
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing with the BCVTA Strong technical and organizational skills Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@vetstrategy.com Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team! VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to careers@vetstrategy.com.
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About VetStrategy
Being part of VetStrategy is about being part of something bigger – an ever-growing community, where we connect person-to-person and skill-to-need, united by a common purpose of healthy animals, happy owners. From our humble beginning in 2006 to the present day, we continue to make a difference in the lives of people who have dedicated themselves to this industry.
When VetStrategy co-founders Orin Litman and his wife, Dr. Michelle Cutler, decided to acquire McLean Animal Hospital in 2006, they focused on three promises – our Customer Promise of world-class veterinary care, delivered locally; our People Promise, to be a great place to work; and our Sustainability Promise to be a force for good for patients, people and our plant.
Keeping our three promises led VetStrategy to become the leading veterinary network in Canada, with veterinary practices, 24-hour emergency care, and specialty hospitals coast-to-coast. We have developed and refined a model for supporting our practices across the country.
What we do:
We care for those dedicated to caring for animals by creating a workplace where we focus on innovation, engagement, and teamwork.
We know the blood, sweat and tears that have gone into building each practice, and we don’t want to touch that – we truly embrace the uniqueness of each clinic. Our heritage first approach means we won’t change a clinic’s name, culture or heritage.
We understand the challenges our veterinary teams face and are committed to doing what’s right – for them, their clients, and their patients.
We care about the future of veterinary medicine. Everything we do comes back to ensuring that veterinarians have the time, support, and infrastructure to focus on responsible medicine and quality care.
We believe in empowering our support office and clinic staff and providing them opportunities to develop their skills and grow in their careers.
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Registered Veterinary Technician / Technologist
Top Benefits
About the role
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
We bring this to life through three promises
Our People Promise – To be a great place to work. Our Customer Promise – To deliver world-class veterinary care, locally. Our Sustainability Promise – To be a force for good. Guided by our values—We Care, We Dare, We Share—we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together. Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital Hourly Wage: $35–$42/hour (depending on experience) Located on beautiful Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Nanaimo offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in emergency medicine while enjoying a pacific coastal lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation, a strong community, and a balanced pace of life. We are centrally located on Vancouver Island, an easy day trip from BC’s Capital, Victoria, or the surf destination of Vancouver Island (Tofino), with daily ferries and flights to and from Vancouver for more adventurous trips or big city escapes. We are seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Emergency team at our 24/7 veterinary hospital. We currently operate on a modified 4-day work week while we continue to build our team, with a goal to be back to 24/7 functionality as soon as possible. RVTs enjoy a condensed work schedule consisting of three 12 hours shifts per week, which are a combination of Day shifts, Swing shifts, and Night shifts (block scheduling and rotational flexibility available as needed). This role is ideal for an RVT who enjoys emergency medicine or is emergency-curious, values teamwork, and is looking for a workplace that actively supports learning, mentorship, and professional development. Emergency experience is considered an asset but is not required — training and ongoing support are provided. Come and see what life in the ER on beautiful Vancouver Island is like!
Compensation & Benefits
Wage: $35–$42 per hour, commensurate with experience Shift premiums for overnight and weekend shifts Overtime pay as per BC Employment Standards Annual Merit increases RRSP matching program Comprehensive, customizable, benefits package for full-time employees and family, including an above average allowance for mental health services to fully support you Unlimited Continuing Education (CE) allowance 2 You Deserve It Days (over and above vacation and sick days) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to 24/7 telemedicine services for you and your family Structured onboarding, training, and mentorship Paid vacation, sick days (5 days) Staff pet care discounts Job Responsibilities Triage and monitoring of emergency and critical patients Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery IV catheter placement, blood collection, and in-house laboratory testing Assisting with emergency diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures Accurate and timely medical record keeping Compassionate and professional client communication Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe emergency department Familiar with Cornerstone Whiteboard is an asset, but not required.
Qualifications
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing with the BCVTA Strong technical and organizational skills Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@vetstrategy.com Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team! VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to careers@vetstrategy.com.
Not the right fit? Search for Registered Veterinary Technician / Technologist jobs in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
About VetStrategy
Being part of VetStrategy is about being part of something bigger – an ever-growing community, where we connect person-to-person and skill-to-need, united by a common purpose of healthy animals, happy owners. From our humble beginning in 2006 to the present day, we continue to make a difference in the lives of people who have dedicated themselves to this industry.
When VetStrategy co-founders Orin Litman and his wife, Dr. Michelle Cutler, decided to acquire McLean Animal Hospital in 2006, they focused on three promises – our Customer Promise of world-class veterinary care, delivered locally; our People Promise, to be a great place to work; and our Sustainability Promise to be a force for good for patients, people and our plant.
Keeping our three promises led VetStrategy to become the leading veterinary network in Canada, with veterinary practices, 24-hour emergency care, and specialty hospitals coast-to-coast. We have developed and refined a model for supporting our practices across the country.
What we do:
We care for those dedicated to caring for animals by creating a workplace where we focus on innovation, engagement, and teamwork.
We know the blood, sweat and tears that have gone into building each practice, and we don’t want to touch that – we truly embrace the uniqueness of each clinic. Our heritage first approach means we won’t change a clinic’s name, culture or heritage.
We understand the challenges our veterinary teams face and are committed to doing what’s right – for them, their clients, and their patients.
We care about the future of veterinary medicine. Everything we do comes back to ensuring that veterinarians have the time, support, and infrastructure to focus on responsible medicine and quality care.
We believe in empowering our support office and clinic staff and providing them opportunities to develop their skills and grow in their careers.