Registered Veterinary Technician

What if you could create a brighter future for animals in need and the people who love them? We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician with a passion for shelter medicine to assist in shelter animal care to assist at our animal centre and veterinary clinic in a split role.

A Typical Day Centre Role

Providing exceptional care for our animals during their stay

Monitor the physical health and behavioural needs of each animal in our care

Coaching and training shelter staff on Shelter Health and Wellness concepts and protocols

Liaises with the VCPR (Veterinary Client Patient Relationship) to provide open communication and a medical relationship with the Centre.

Assist the Animal Centre Manager with animal care related decision making

General administrative duties including booking appointments

Participation in Mobile SN & Wellness Clinics as needed

A Typical Day Clinic Role

Assisting veterinarian with animals before, during, and following surgery as well as assisting them with wellness procedures.

Preparing surgical equipment, administering, and monitoring anaesthetics and post-surgery clean up.

Handling, restraining, and caring for animals undergoing treatment and surgery using low stress and fear free techniques.

Preparing and administering medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian

Monitoring the recovery of animals’ post-surgery.

General administrative duties including booking appointments.

General house-keeping duties and sterilizing of hospital / medical equipment.

Why You Should Join Our Team?

No on-call!   Enjoy a work / life balance in a career you love. As an RVT with the Ontario SPCA, you can help make a difference in the lives or animals without the long hours. Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal well-being.

– Create a brighter future for animals in need and the people who love them!

– 26.50 an hour to start

– Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits (For permanent full-time employees)

– Employee Family Assistance Program

– Paid sick time (For permanent full-time employees)

– 3 weeks of vacation to start!

– Predictable daytime hours

– Free onsite parking

– Discount on Ontario SPCA apparel, Paws & Give merchandise, Virtual pet care, and pet food too!

– Opportunities for professional development

– Participate in Wellness and MASH clinics throughout the province!

Set up For Success

Validation of being a Registered Veterinary Technician

2-3 years of surgical experience preferred

1-4 years of experience as a registered veterinary technician, preferably within a high-volume animal clinic

Passion for shelter medicine

Administrative experience an asset

Available to work weekdays

Valid G drivers’ licence with the ability to provide a clear driver’s abstract

Our Commitment to a Human-Centered Hiring Process

Our organization complies with Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000, and relevant privacy legislation. While we use technology to help manage applications efficiently, resumes are personally reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. From screening to interviews and final decisions, our process is rooted in a human-centered approach.