Registered Veterinary Technologist, Cardiology Animal Emergency & Referral Centre

Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT Department:
Cardiology

Location:

Vancouver, BC Compensation: $25.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience

We are looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to join our Cardiology Service.

Our Registered Veterinary Technologists in our hospital have an interesting and varied workload, managing a wide variety of cases, offering a stimulating and challenging experience. This means that besides using all of your basic technical skills, you will apply skills not commonly used in general practice. This includes: in-house blood-typing and cross-matching, administering blood transfusions, maintaining a variety of CRIs via different modalities and specialized training with our advanced imaging equipment (MRI, CT, and Fluoroscopy).

Although previous experience in an emergency or in a specialty setting is an asset, it is not a requirement. Recent RVT Grads who are motivated and confident in their abilities and possess above-average technical experience are encouraged to apply.

• Completion of the Registered Veterinary Technologist/Technician Program

• Superior customer service and client communication

• Excellent technical skills

• Keen interest in improving and learning new skills

• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills

• A positive attitude and teamwork mentality

• Strong ability to work under pressure

What VCA Canada Offers

• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation
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• RRSP’s for continued financial wellness

• Access to amazing mini-courses

• Membership and dues

• Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time

• Employee assistance program

• Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!

• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!

• Referral Bonus Rewards

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

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

• Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives

• Annual uniform allowance

• Generous personal pet care discounts

• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

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.