Registered Veterinary Technician - Intensive Care Unit

Job summary

The Registered Veterinary Technician will provide clinical support in the Intensive Care Unit, including patient monitoring, administering treatments, and performing diagnostic tests. They will also coordinate patient care and provide technical guidance to students and staff.

Job details

Department: Companion Animal Hospital Temporary part-time from 11/16/2026 to 05/07/2027 If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Career Opportunities (sapsf.com) General Purpose Reporting to the Supervisor, Patient Care and Service Delivery and under the direction of a clinician, the Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) participates as a member of the healthcare team of the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre. This position will be primarily assigned to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) service but may be required to support other units in times of operational need. The OVC HSC has a varied patient base, thus RVTs may be assisting activities relating to both companion and large animals. Duties and Responsibilities Assist in building client caseload through the delivery of outstanding client service. Coordinate patient care and communicate effectively with service areas regarding patient’s status, care procedures and location in hospital. Maintain accurate and complete medical records ensuring patient/client confidentiality. Observe and evaluate the health status of patients, administer prescribed drugs/therapeutic treatments, collect samples, perform diagnostic testing and assist with patient restraint. Review medical record, evaluate patient, prepare anesthetic protocol, induce, maintain anesthesia and recover patient under the direction of the anesthesiologist. Provide technical support and functional guidance to veterinary students, graduate students, clinicians (faculty and veterinarians) and staff. Requirements Two (2) year College Diploma. Successful completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program recognized by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT). Full member in good standing with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT). Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician Examination (VTNE) and the OAVT mandatory ethics exam. OAVT registration is required. One-Two (1-2) years prior experience working as an RVT. Two (2) years prior anesthesia experience as an RVT preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in customer service: excellent communication and organizational skills particularly with respect to dealing with clients; ability to mentor students and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Familiarity with common computer software including Ezyvet, Smartflow, Asteris software is preferred. Flexibility in scheduling availability is required. The incumbent may be required to work a variety of shifts including evenings, overnights and weekends. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rabies titre. Employee Type: Temporary Hourly rate: Enter $34.95 to $39.02 per hour At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. Posting Date:10/07/2026 Close Date: 11/06/2026

What you’ll do

The Registered Veterinary Technician will provide clinical support in the Intensive Care Unit, including patient monitoring, administering treatments, and performing diagnostic tests. They will also coordinate patient care and provide technical guidance to students and staff.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a two-year college diploma from an accredited Veterinary Technician program and be registered with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians. At least one to two years of prior experience as an RVT is required, with anesthesia experience preferred.

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Veterinary nursing
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Patient care
• Diagnostic testing
• Medical record maintenance
• Client service
• Patient restraint
• Mentoring
• Ezyvet
• Smartflow
• Asteris
• Drug administration
• Sample collection
• Large Animal Care
• Care Coordination
• Client Confidentiality
• Organizational Skills
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Anesthesia
• Anesthesiology
• Technical Support
• Medical Records
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Intensive Care Unit
• Health Sciences
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• Scheduling
• Certified Veterinary Technician
• Registration
• Rabies

Job areas

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

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