Registered Veterinary Technician

About the Role

Pickering Animal Hospital is looking for an RVT who thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment where teamwork and clinical excellence go hand in hand. You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and a stable team that has stayed together for over a decade—a rare find in veterinary medicine. This is a practice where clients have trusted the team for 30 years, and that kind of loyalty doesn't happen by accident.

As an RVT here, you'll assist veterinarians with medical, surgical, and dental procedures, manage diagnostic equipment, prepare patients and instruments for surgery, and administer and monitor medications under veterinary direction. You'll also build genuine connections with clients, bringing compassion and respect to every interaction. The role offers full-time scheduling with flexibility to accommodate your life outside work—because they genuinely understand that balance matters.

Located in an up-and-coming plaza with convenient amenities—restaurants, fitness facilities, banks, and more—Pickering Animal Hospital balances high-standard care with a collaborative, fun atmosphere that makes work feel meaningful.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with medical, surgical, and dental procedures
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment
• Prepare patients, instruments, and surgical equipment
• Administer and monitor medications under veterinary direction
• Build positive client relationships through genuine care and compassionate communication
• Maintain exceptional customer service standards in all client interactions

Requirements

• Passed the VTNE or eligible to write the VTNE
• In good standing with the provincial regulatory association
• Completion of a 2 or 3-year accredited Canadian Veterinary or Animal Health Technology Diploma Program

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage: $25.00–$28.00/hr
• Participation in Bonus Program
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and life insurance
• Annual CE allowance with access to conferences and seminars
• Uniform allowance
• Professional registration dues paid by the practice
• Staff discount on products and services at the hospital
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (mental health, financial, nutritional, and relationship support)
• Paid sick days
• Pet bereavement day
• Access to VetCare's veterinary learning platform (ACT)
• Monthly CE calls with the VetCare community
• Social platform and VetCare RVT social page for connection with peers across the network
• Fetch a Friend referral program
• Annual performance review
• Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time available)

About the Practice

Pickering Animal Hospital is part of VetCare, a proudly Canadian organization with roots in Vancouver that now supports practice teams across the country. VetCare blends the personal touch of local clinics with the collective expertise of a veterinary community, providing mentorship, operational support, and recruitment resources. This hybrid approach means you get the stability and camaraderie of a single practice with the learning opportunities and professional networks of a larger organization.

The hospital itself is a cornerstone of its community, with client relationships spanning three decades. The team prioritizes both clinical excellence and a supportive workplace culture where communication, respect, and collaboration are genuine values—not just buzzwords. Whether you're seeking full-time work or part-time flexibility, the practice is committed to finding the right schedule fit for your life.