Lead Registered Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health

• $83K — $98K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification required
  • Previous leadership or mentorship experience preferred
  • Strong background in emergency or critical care veterinary medicine
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate and support team members
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Calm and collected demeanor in high-stress situations
  • Passion for patient care and continuous professional development

Responsibilities

  • Mentor and coach veterinary technicians for growth and clinical excellence
  • Deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency environment
  • Collaborate with hospital leadership to enhance workflows and patient outcomes
  • Support team during complex and critical veterinary cases
  • Foster a positive and respectful workplace culture
  • Assist in onboarding and training veterinary technicians
  • Contribute to scheduling and team performance initiatives
  • Serve as a clinical role model with advanced technical skills and patient advocacy

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 and products
  • Company events and a fun team atmosphere
Full Job Description
Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

$40-47/hr CAD based on experience + $4 shift differential (evening & overnight) - Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Full-time opportunity in Langley, British Columbia at Animal Emergency Clinic of the Fraser Valley

Schedule: 3 to 4 shifts of 8 to 10 hours per week; one weekend shift per month required; rotating schedule including some statutory holidays

As a Lead Registered Veterinary Technician at Animal Emergency Clinic of Fraser Valley (AECFV), you'll provide exceptional patient care while serving as a mentor and resource for your fellow Veterinary Technicians in one of the largest and busiest standalone emergency hospitals in Western Canada.

In your day-to-day, you will:
  • 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

What You Bring
  • 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

Perks & 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

Location Highlight

Langley is located in British Columbia's Fraser Valley, part of Metro Vancouver's Lower Mainland. The area combines suburban and rural communities with easy access to Vancouver, the U.S. border, and the outdoor recreation of the surrounding valley and mountains. Residents enjoy a mix of local farms, parks, and trails alongside urban amenities within a short drive.

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