Registered Veterinary Technologist, Shamrock Animal Hospital

Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT Location

• Comox,
• BC
• Employment
• Type:
• Full-time
• Compensation: $19.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills Shamrock Animal Hospital in Comox, BC, is welcoming a full-time Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) to join our team! Have completed a Veterinary Technologist or Animal Health Technologist program. Technical skills or knowledge of physical examinations, patient assessment, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, and pharmacy. Surgical preparation, assisting and patient recovery Ability to keep detailed and accurate patient records Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients and their pet parents Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Ability to problem-solve or the ability to ask clarifying questions to help you find solutions Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents Passion to learn more within the role A love for all companion animals!! Preparing to write your VTNE? We can help! What VCA Canada Offers A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation! Generous compensation, signing bonuses, relocation allowances Employer match (5%) group RRSP plan - Planning for your future just got easier with VCA Canada! Membership and dues Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time Extended health benefits & employee assistance program Continuing education benefits; access to amazing mini-courses. Paid to learn!
• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here! Continued investments in new technologies, advanced diagnostics, and modern facilities Networking, collaboration and knowledge exchange within our family of hospitals 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. VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know. If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.