Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

About the Role

Little Paws Animal Clinic is building something special: a Fear Free® practice where excellent medicine meets genuine compassion for pets and their families. You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians who prioritize both animal welfare and a welcoming environment, supporting everything from routine exams to advanced procedures.

This role goes beyond traditional clinic work. You'll gain exposure to emerging veterinary technologies—AI-assisted lab analysers, hands-free digital radiography, multimodal anaesthetic monitoring—while also exploring opportunities in virtual vet tech consultations and client education content. Whether you're seeing patients in-clinic or supporting telehealth initiatives, you'll be part of a growing team that values continuous learning and professional development.

The clinic also operates the MyPet app (virtual vet consultations in BC and Ontario, plus vet tech telehealth across Canada) and an ecommerce platform, giving you insight into how modern veterinary practices blend traditional care with digital innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, procedures, and surgeries
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiography, anaesthesia monitoring, and dental prophylaxis
• Administer medications, treatments, and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians
• Maintain accurate medical records and update patient information
• Operate multimodal anaesthetic monitors (including capnography) and deliver constant rate infusions via syringe pumps
• Run AI-assisted in-house laboratory analysers and perform hands-free digital radiography
• Conduct dental X-ray and scaling procedures
• Support TELUS Virtual Vet Tech consultations as opportunities arise
• Contribute to client education content for TELUS Digital Retail channels
• Provide compassionate care to animal patients and empathetic support to their owners
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment

Requirements

• Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) licence (required)
• Graduation from an accredited Veterinary Technician programme
• Strong knowledge of veterinary medical procedures, techniques, and terminology
• Proficiency in venipuncture, radiography, anaesthesia monitoring, and dental procedures
• Exceptional communication skills, both with clients and within the team
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to reliably commute to or relocate to Richmond, BC before starting work
• Preferred: 1+ year of veterinary technician experience, experience with telehealth or virtual care platforms, interest in digital client education or content creation, comfort with AI-assisted diagnostic tools, and an empathetic, patient-centred approach to animal care

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $27.00–$29.00/hour
• Overtime pay available
• Extended health care coverage
• Dental care
• Vision care
• Employee and Family Assistance Programme
• Paid time off
• Discounted veterinary services for your own pets
• TELUS store discount
• Flexible schedule
• Continuing education opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge
• Professional development support and clear pathways for career growth (including opportunities to grow into virtual vet tech, clinical education, or TELUS Health digital roles)
• Company events

About the Practice

Little Paws Animal Clinic is a well-established companion animal veterinary practice with a commitment to Fear Free® principles. The clinic provides exceptional medical care and compassionate service in a welcoming, low-stress environment that prioritizes both animal welfare and client satisfaction.

The practice is part of a broader ecosystem that includes the MyPet app (offering virtual vet consultations in BC and Ontario, plus vet tech telehealth services across Canada) and an ecommerce platform specializing in nutrition, wellness products, treats, and toys. This integration means you'll work in a clinic that's forward-thinking, embracing digital innovation while maintaining the personal touch that makes veterinary medicine meaningful.