Lead Veterinary Technologist, Animal Wellness Hospital

Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT

Location:

Vancouver, BC

Job Classification:
Full‑time

Benefits:
Eligible

Type of Veterinary Medicine:
Traditional, Integrative and Alternative Wellness approach.

Compensation: $19.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience

Are you passionate about pets and providing exemplary patient care? Then we want you to join our amazing team!

Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital, a member of VCA Canada, is currently recruiting for a full‑time Treatment Team Lead to join our team. Vancouver Animal Wellness is where conventional and alternative approaches to veterinary medicine meet. Bringing interesting challenges to general veterinary practice.

Vancouver Animal Wellness is committed to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by providing the highest level of preventative and wellness care. The successful candidate will support and direct the treatment team in a professional and kind manner while recognizing the responsibilities involved in responding to client and co‑worker questions.

The Treatment Team Lead will also work closely with the hospital's leadership team to promote a positive hospital image and continuously work towards the betterment of the hospital. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work efficiently on your own and with the team. Additional stretch assignments and responsibilities outside of patient care include:

• Training and orientation for new team members
• Creating an equitable schedule for the team
• Coordinating vacation coverage

• A minimum of two or more years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Have completed the required Registered Veterinary Technician Program.
• Skills in alternative modalities preferred.
• Have critical thinking and the ability to troubleshoot (anesthesia machines, monitoring equipment, etc.).
• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Be confident in your ability to place peripheral intravenous catheters and perform venipuncture for blood collections.
• Be confident in your ability to perform drug calculations and nutritional calculations.
• Perform basic physical exams by accurately counting heart/pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Understand normal vital parameters and alert doctors when abnormal.

• Have excellent leadership, customer service, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Be motivated to develop your knowledge.
• Have exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure.

• Integrative Medicine Approach:
  We combine traditional Western veterinary practices with complementary modalities such as acupuncture, veterinary medical manipulation care, massage and laser therapies, herbal medicine, and nutrition‑based therapies.
• Preventive & Wellness Focus:
  Our philosophy is to partner with clients for lifelong pet health — emphasizing early detection, holistic care, and wellness over reactive treatment.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Our close‑knit team values communication, education, and empathy — ensuring pets, clients, and colleagues all feel heard and supported.
• Comprehensive Services:
  From surgery and dentistry to diagnostics, senior care, and pain management, we offer full‑service veterinary care under one roof.
• Modern Facilities, Heartfelt Care:
  Equipped with in‑house diagnostics, digital radiography, cold laser and more — yet maintaining a calm, wellness‑focused environment.

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