Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Animal Emergency Clinic of Fraser Valley (AECFV) | Langley, BC
Full-Time | Permanent | 24/7 Emergency, Specialty & Critical Care | AAHA Accredited
Compensation: $39-45/hr (Based on experience) + $4 shift differentials for evening & overnight hours
Sign On Bonus Up to $5,000 available!Responsibilities
As a Veterinary Technician Lead, you'll provide exceptional patient care while serving as a mentor and resource for your fellow Veterinary Technicians.
- Mentor, coach, and support Veterinary Technicians to encourage professional growth, confidence, and clinical excellence
- Deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency and specialty veterinary hospital environment
- Partner with hospital leadership to improve workflows, efficiency, and patient outcomes
- Support team members during complex, critical, and high-stress cases
- Help foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative workplace culture
- Assist with onboarding, training, and development initiatives for Veterinary Technicians
- Contribute to scheduling support and team performance initiatives
- Serve as a clinical role model by demonstrating advanced technical skills and patient advocacy
- Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and clients to ensure seamless patient care
Qualifications
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required
- Previous leadership, supervisory, or mentorship experience preferred
- Strong emergency, critical care, or specialty medicine experience preferred
- Positive attitude with a demonstrated ability to motivate and support team members
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and supportive in a fast-paced environment
- Passion for patient care, professional development, and continuous learning
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Schedule
- 3 to 4 shifts of 8 to 10 hours per week
- One weekend shift per month required
- Rotating schedule including some statutory holidays
Compensation & Benefits
Pay:
- $32-45/hr based on experience
- $4 shift differential for evening and overnight hours
Bonuses:
- Relocation assistance may be available for full-time candidates
Benefits:
- Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
- RRSP matching program
- Annual health and wellness allowance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education allowance plus paid conference days
- Paid licensing and membership dues
- Paid vacation and sick days
- Uniform allowance
- Generous staff discounts on services, products, and pet facilities
- Company events and a fun team atmosphere
