Job Summary
Petroglyph Animal Hospital is seeking a passionate RVT to join our team in beautiful Nanaimo, BC. As a CVBC-accredited small animal hospital, we pride ourselves on our exceptional patient care and a supportive work environment. The right candidate will be offered a $1000.00 signing bonus, along with having annual RVT dues covered, and a wonderful Continued Education program.
As an RVT at Petroglyph, you will have the opportunity to work to your full potential. Our DVMs heavily rely on our RVTs for tasks such as bloodwork, prepping surgery patients, administering medications, all lab work, researching new treatments, triaging and caring for in-clinic patients. We foster a caring and supportive environment that feels like family, promoting a healthy work/life balance. We also provide opportunities and support from your colleagues at Petroglyph. Our hospital is fully equipped with digital dental x-ray machines for performing dental cleanings, DR imaging x-ray machines, and full in-house laboratory diagnostics to support our team in providing excellent care for our patients.
Duties
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed
- Perform laboratory tests and analyze results to support diagnosis and treatment plans
- Collect and process samples such as blood, urine, or tissue for testing
- Maintain accurate medical records of all patient treatments and procedures
- Provide patient care including feeding, bathing, and monitoring recovery
- Educate pet owners on post-treatment care and preventive health measures
- Maintain cleanliness of the clinic, including sterilizing equipment and treatment areas
- Support inventory management by ordering supplies and ensuring proper storage
Skills
- Proven laboratory experience preferred to support diagnostic testing procedures
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with clients and team members
- Compassionate attitude towards animals and their owners
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Knowledge of veterinary software systems for record keeping
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with professionalism and care
Pay: $32.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
