Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Category Veterinary Technician / Assistant Job Id R-248344 Job Type Full time

Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Hospital: Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital
Location: 105 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5T 1W1 (Mount Pleasant)
Job Classification: Full-Time 30 hours
Type of Veterinary Medicine: Traditional, Integrative, and Alternative Wellness Approach
Compensation: $24.00 to $38.00 per hour (depending on experience)

We are looking for a passionate, skilled, and forward-thinking Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to join our close-knit team. Whether you are an experienced technologist looking to expand your skills into alternative therapies or a motivated new graduate eager to learn, we welcome your application!

• Anesthesia & Surgery Support: Confidently monitoring anesthesia, performing drug and nutritional calculations, troubleshooting anesthesia machines/monitoring equipment, and assisting in general surgery and dentistry.

• Patient Care & Nursing: Providing exceptional, low-stress nursing care to stable and recovering patients.

• Technical Procedures: Performing venipuncture, placing peripheral intravenous catheters, taking digital diagnostic radiographs, and running in-house laboratory diagnostics.

• Patient Assessment: Performing thorough physical exams (monitoring vitals, heart/pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, and respiratory effort) and recognizing normal vs. abnormal parameters.

• Integrative Modality Support: Supporting and assisting with alternative treatments (such as cold laser therapy, acupuncture sessions, and rehabilitation therapies) under veterinarian guidance.

• Client Communication: Compassionately educating clients on preventative care, post-operative instructions, nutritional guidance, and treatment plans.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Credential: Graduation from an accredited Registered Veterinary Technologist/Technician program and eligibility for registration with the BCVTA.

• Interest in Integrative Medicine: A strong interest or curiosity in alternative modalities (acupuncture, herbs, rehabilitation, etc.) is highly preferred.

• Technical Confidence: Confident in anesthesia monitoring, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and dosage calculations.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong critical thinking abilities and a knack for troubleshooting equipment or adapting to dynamic clinical situations.

• Soft Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. A positive, collaborative attitude and the ability to thrive under pressure.

• Compassionate Mindset: A dedication to fear-free handling and maintaining a gentle, stress-free environment for our patients.

What VCA Canada Offers

• Competitive Wage: $19.00 to $38.00 per hour, based on your level of experience.

• Professional Development: Generous continuing education (CE) benefits—we pay you to learn!

• Invaluable Mentorship: Learn directly from Dr. Katherine Kramer and our experienced team of veterinarians and veterinary professionals.

• Dues & Uniforms: Annual uniform allowance and paid professional membership dues.

• Wellness & Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), virtual healthcare (telemedicine), and wellness/meditation apps.

• Generous Pet Discounts: Significant personal pet care discounts to keep your own furry family members healthy.

• Vibrant Location: Work in a beautiful facility right in Mount Pleasant, easily accessible by transit, with great local coffee shops and parks nearby.

About Us

At Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital, we believe that exceptional veterinary medicine balances cutting-edge science with deep compassion. Located in the vibrant heart of Mount Pleasant, our full-service hospital offers our clients and patients the absolute best of both worlds by seamlessly melding conventional Western medicine with holistic Eastern modalities (including veterinary acupuncture, herbal medicine, cold laser, and rehabilitation).

Led by our Medical Director, Dr. Katherine Kramer (Diplomate of the ABVP in Canine and Feline Practice), our team is dedicated to providing low-stress, wellness-focused care in a calm and nurturing environment. We don’t just see animals; we see beloved family members.

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.

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