Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT

Hospital: Applecross Veterinary Hospital

Location: Nanaimo, B.C.

Employment Type: Full Time

Compensation: $27.00 to $30.00 depending on experience

At Applecross Veterinary Hospital, we are passionate about delivering exceptional care to pets and the people who love them. We are currently welcoming a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated and compassionate veterinary team.

Our hospital combines the support and resources of a national network with the collaborative spirit of a local community practice. We are proud to foster an environment where team members feel supported, mentorship is encouraged, and professional growth is part of everyday practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures

• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian

• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during surgical and dental procedures

• Collect and prepare laboratory samples (blood, urine, fecal) and perform diagnostic testing as required

• Take and process diagnostic radiographs and assist with imaging procedures

• Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients, including monitoring recovery and patient comfort

• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, preventative care, and post-procedure instruction

• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in the hospital management system

• Prepare and maintain examination rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites

• Ensure equipment and instruments are properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained

• Collaborate with veterinarians and hospital team members to support efficient workflow and high-quality patient care

• Provide mentorship or guidance to veterinary assistants and students

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Registered Veterinary Technician in the applicable provincial regulatory body

• Graduate of an accredited Veterinary Technician/Technology program

• Strong technical skills including anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, and radiography

• Experience in surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and dental procedures considered an asset

• Excellent patient care and animal handling skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to support clients and collaborate with team members

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and high standards of care

• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to delivering exceptional patient and client care

What VCA Canada Offers

• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!  

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!

• Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!

• Paid membership and dues; Annual uniform allowance

• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time

• Employee assistance program

• Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!

• Referral Bonus Rewards!

• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus      

• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care

• Access to amazing mini courses

• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

• Generous personal pet care discounts

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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