5280 Veterinary Care·Quinte West, Ontario
Support veterinarians with patient care, surgical procedures, anesthesia, and recovery while maintaining accurate medical records. Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, and medication dispensing while ensuring a clean and safe hospital environment.
Registered Veterinary Technician (Full-Time)
$30.00-$32.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience
What to Expect as an RVT at 5280 Veterinary Care
As a Registered Veterinary Technician at 5280 Veterinary Care, you'll be empowered to practice at the top of your license. We believe RVTs are the driving force behind exceptional patient care, outstanding client education, and a thriving medical team. Your knowledge, technical skills, and clinical judgment are respected here—and you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day.
You'll work alongside a collaborative team that values your expertise while encouraging continued growth through mentorship, advanced medicine, and a wide variety of interesting cases. We also believe experienced RVTs have an invaluable role in developing those around them. From mentoring veterinary assistants to helping educate our client care team on medical concepts and patient advocacy, you'll help elevate the entire hospital through your knowledge and leadership.
No two days look exactly the same here. You'll see a diverse caseload, work alongside experienced doctors, and have opportunities to continue expanding your technical skills while practicing high-quality, gold-standard medicine.
We're looking for an experienced RVT who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and takes pride in the details that make a difference. Although every RVT at 5280 Veterinary Care contributes across the hospital, this position has a strong emphasis on surgery and dentistry. We're looking for someone who enjoys the fast pace, technical precision, and teamwork that come with surgical nursing while still embracing the variety that general practice offers.
Why 5280 Veterinary Care?
Our culture is just as important as the medicine we practice. We've intentionally built a team where kindness, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning are everyday expectations—not just buzzwords. We value longevity, and we're proud that many of our team members have been with us for years. That kind of retention doesn't happen by accident; it's the result of investing in our people, supporting professional growth, and creating an environment where team members genuinely enjoy coming to work.
We believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional communication. That's why client education is a cornerstone of everything we do—we take the time to explain the why behind our recommendations so pet owners can make informed decisions and become true partners in their pets' care.
Our community has recognized that commitment by honoring us with Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave Awards every year from 2022–2025, a Top 3 Best of Mile High finish in 2024, and the 2025 Colorado Companies to Watch – Caring for Colorado Award.
We're proud of what we've built, and we're looking for an RVT who wants to grow with a team that's committed to raising the standard of veterinary medicine every day.
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.
Candidates must hold a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification and possess the ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines is required to ensure regulatory compliance.
Market context
In Ontario, veterinary technician roles in laboratory animal settings are typically competitive because employers look for both formal veterinary technology training and registration as a Laboratory Animal Technician, plus practical facility experience or on-the-job training. These postings often attract candidates with strong animal care, documentation, and compliance skills, and the benefits package can include HOOPP, transit support, and development opportunities. Review the required registration and facility experience carefully before applying, and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time comparing the original posting.