Overnight Emergency Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Description
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Are you an RVT who enjoys emergency and urgent care, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to be part of a supportive, collaborative team? Downtown Animal Hospital is looking for an Overnight Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team
About the Role
This is a full-time opportunity for an RVT who enjoys urgent and emergency medicine and wants to be part of a collaborative, supportive hospital team.
As an Overnight RVT at Downtown Animal Hospital, you’ll play an important role in supporting our veterinarians, providing high-quality nursing care, and helping patients receive the attention they need during urgent and emergency situations.
What You’ll Do
- Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients presenting with urgent and emergency medical concerns.
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and emergency procedures.
- Monitor hospitalized patients, assess their condition, and communicate changes to the veterinary team.
- Perform RVT duties to the fullest extent of your training and professional scope.
- Support emergency surgeries and provide appropriate perioperative and recovery care.
- Operate and assist with diagnostic equipment, including digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory analyzers.
- Communicate with clients with empathy and professionalism during stressful situations.
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure a clean, safe, and organized hospital environment.
- Collaborate with veterinarians, fellow RVTs, veterinary assistants, and the wider team to deliver excellent patient care.
What We’re Looking For
- Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing with the OAVT.
- A strong interest in urgent and emergency veterinary medicine.
- Excellent technical, patient-care, and communication skills.
- The ability to work indenpendantly with excellent time management skills and dependability.
- A collaborative approach and a genuine passion for patient care.
- Someone who values teamwork, compassion, and a positive hospital culture.
Compensation & Perks
- Hourly wage of $28–$35, based on experience and qualifications.
- Signing bonus $2500-5000
- Full-time employment opportunity.
- A supportive, team-oriented workplace that values collaboration and excellent patient care.
- Opportunities to build your emergency and urgent care skills while working with a varied caseload.
- Access to modern diagnostic equipment and in-house laboratory capabilities.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you’re an RVT looking for a rewarding role where you can grow your emergency nursing skills, work alongside a supportive team, and make a difference for patients when they need it most, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and discover what makes Downtown Animal Hospital a great place to work.
Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person