Registered Veterinary Technician

About the Role

You're looking for more than a job—you want a workplace where your voice matters and your well-being is genuinely prioritized. Clinique Vétérinaire de la Gatineau offers exactly that: two practice locations in the scenic Outaouais region (Chelsea and Wakefield), flexible scheduling, and a collaborative team that actually enjoys working together.

As a Registered Veterinary Technician, you'll support veterinarians during medical, surgical, and dental procedures. Your responsibilities include using diagnostic equipment, preparing patients and instruments, and administering and monitoring medications under veterinary supervision. You'll build trust-based relationships with clients and their animals through genuine care, empathy, and attentive service. The practice's philosophy is simple: come for the medicine, stay for the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during medical, surgical, and dental interventions
• Operate diagnostic equipment and prepare patients, instruments, and materials
• Administer and monitor medications under veterinary supervision
• Build and maintain trust-based client relationships through compassionate, respectful care
• Deliver high-quality customer service in all client interactions

Requirements

• Successful completion of the National Animal Health Technician Exam (ENTSA) OR eligibility to write the exam
• Current registration with the provincial regulatory body (Ordre des technologues professionnels du Québec)
• Completion of an accredited Canadian 2- or 3-year veterinary technician or animal health technician diploma program
• Demonstrated ability to establish trust with clients and animals through attentiveness and empathy

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with bonus program participation
• Signing/relocation bonus
• Continuous learning opportunities: access to annual conferences, seminars, and training allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Professional registration fees covered by the practice
• Staff discount program on in-clinic products and services
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (mental health, relationships, financial, nutritional support)
• Flexible scheduling that respects work-life balance
• Paid sick days and social leave
• Access to VetCare's interactive community platform and learning portal (ACT)
• Monthly continuing education meetings
• Recognition programs and annual performance evaluations

About the Practice

Clinique Vétérinaire de la Gatineau is a locally operated practice in Chelsea, QC, committed to delivering patient care at the highest standards through collaborative, compassionate medicine and surgery. The practice operates two locations—Chelsea and Wakefield—allowing staff to experience charming communities set in beautiful natural surroundings while working in an environment where collaboration and kindness are genuinely valued.

The practice is part of VetCare, a proudly Canadian veterinary organization with roots in Vancouver that has expanded to clinical teams across the country. VetCare combines the personal approach of local clinics with mentorship, operational support, and resources from a national veterinary community, all aimed at maintaining high standards of care and supporting the well-being of both animals and the people who care for them.