Registered Veterinary Technician/ Veterinary Technician

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Ironwood Animal Hospital & Seafair Animal Clinic — Richmond, BC

Full-time or Part-time | Competitive compensation based on experience

Are you an experienced RVT looking for a clinic where your skills are valued, your voice is heard, and you can actually enjoy coming to work?

Ironwood Animal Hospital and Seafair Animal Clinic are privately owned, community-focused small-animal practices in Richmond, BC. We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on providing excellent patient care while maintaining a supportive, respectful and positive workplace. We want our RVTs to use the full scope of their training and to feel like an important part of the medical team—not simply an extra pair of hands.

What you’ll be doing

• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical support
• Dental procedures and dental radiography
• IV catheter placement and blood collection
• In-house laboratory diagnostics and cytology
• Radiography
• Patient triage, treatment and nursing care
• Medication calculations and administration
• Client education and discharge instructions
• Surgical preparation and recovery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Assisting veterinarians with appointments and procedures
• Providing compassionate Fear Free patient handling
• Helping maintain a clean, organized and efficient hospital

What we’re looking for

• Current BCVTA registration as an RVT
• Previous small-animal clinical experience preferred
• Strong anesthesia and technical skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while being a strong team player
• A positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
• Someone who genuinely cares about patients, clients and coworkers

New graduates with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn are welcome to apply.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Full-time or part-time options
• Consistent scheduling and a healthy work-life balance
• No on-call requirement
• Extended health and dental benefits for eligible employees
• Paid vacation after 12 months of employment
• Continuing education allowance
• Professional development opportunities
• Staff discounts on veterinary services
• Supportive and experienced veterinary team
• Modern equipment and in-house diagnostics
• A positive, respectful and collaborative workplace
• The opportunity to develop your skills and take on areas of special interest

Why join us?

We believe great patient care starts with a great team.

Our goal is to create an environment where our technicians can practice at the top of their skill set, continue learning, have input into patient care, and feel appreciated for the work they do.

If you’re looking for a long-term position with a privately owned practice where teamwork, quality medicine and workplace culture matter, we’d love to meet you.

To apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us about yourself and what you’re looking for in your next position.

We look forward to meeting you

Pay: $25.00-$38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person