Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital
$35 - $42 per hourVetStrategy
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 ***email_hidden***
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 ***email_hidden***.
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