Registered Veterinary Technician

About the Role

Lock One Animal Hospital is looking for an energetic, positive RVT to join a progressive small animal practice in St. Catharines. This is a full-time position in a clinic where the focus is equally on patient care and team wellbeing. You'll work 8am–6pm Monday through Friday with no weekends, no on-call duties, and no overnight shifts — a genuine rarity in veterinary medicine.

The practice is built on a philosophy of individualized medicine, low-stress handling, and treating every pet with the dignity you'd give your own. You'll be part of a highly driven, enthusiastic team that values both clinical excellence and a sustainable work environment. If you're looking for a role where you can excel clinically while actually having time to live your life, this is it.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in a small animal setting with a focus on fear-free, low-stress handling techniques
• Support veterinarians with surgical assistance, anaesthesia monitoring, and patient care
• Conduct client education and communicate compassionately about animal welfare and treatment options
• Participate in regular staff meetings, rounds, and team events to maintain clinical alignment
• Contribute to a collaborative, quality-focused practice culture

Requirements

• RVT certification and registration with the OAVT (required)
• Completion of an accredited AHT diploma (required)
• Passed VTNE or will be writing it within the next 3 months
• One year of RVT experience preferred; however, highly motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply
• A sense of humour (strictly required — only slightly less important than RVT status)

Benefits

• Above-average compensation: $26–$31 per hour (commensurate with experience)
• Generous continuing education allowance: $750 annually with encouragement to pursue veterinary medicine interests
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Pet discounts for staff
• Paid professional licensing and OAVT membership dues
• Paid time off
• On-site parking
• Company events and team gatherings
• Guaranteed work–life balance: no weekends, no on-call, no overnight shifts

About the Practice

Lock One Animal Hospital is an independently-owned, progressively-minded small animal clinic in the Niagara region. The team is committed to individualized medicine and fear-free handling principles, with a focus on animal welfare regardless of financial constraints. The practice maintains a regular 8am–6pm schedule, allowing all team members to have genuine evenings and weekends off — a rare benefit in the veterinary field.

Located in St. Catharines, the practice serves the Niagara community with a philosophy that quality of life for the team directly supports quality care for patients. Owner Dr. Geoff Culf and the broader team foster an environment where clinical excellence and professional wellbeing go hand-in-hand.