Emergency Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Lakeshore Animal Health Partners Emergency and Specialty Hospital

Emergency Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Lakeshore Animal Health Partners Emergency and Specialty Hospital

Hourly Wage: $26.00–$35.00/hour, based on experience

Are you an RVT looking to take your emergency nursing career to the next level while working alongside a highly skilled and supportive team?

Join Lakeshore Animal Health Partners, a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital in the Greater Toronto Area, where you’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse and challenging caseload while being supported by a team of highly qualified veterinary specialists.

At the root of everything we do at Lakeshore is our mission to provide pets with access to the same quality of healthcare available to their owners. We bring human-level healthcare and comparative research to our veterinary patients and their families, creating an exciting environment where advanced medicine, technology, and collaboration come together.

Why Join Lakeshore Animal Health Partners?

At Lakeshore, you’ll be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.

Our hospital offers 24/7 emergency care alongside a comprehensive range of specialty veterinary services. This means our emergency team has access to specialists and advanced diagnostic capabilities when patients require a higher level of care.

Our technical proficiency and medical equipment equal or exceed that found in many sophisticated human hospitals, including a 3-Tesla MRI that provides clinicians with exceptional diagnostic capabilities.

We also use AI-enabled software systems and hospital design informed by veterinarians across our network to support our clinicians and help keep the focus where it belongs: delivering high-quality care to patients.

A Diverse and Engaging Emergency Caseload

Working in our Emergency department means no two shifts are the same.

As an Emergency RVT, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of emergency patients while developing your skills in triage, diagnostics, treatment, monitoring, and critical care.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Triaging emergency patients and obtaining thorough histories

• Performing and submitting laboratory samples

• Administering oral, IM, and IV medications

• Performing various treatments and diagnostics as directed by the Emergency DVM

• Supporting patient monitoring and ongoing nursing care

• Using independent judgment and initiative to respond to patient needs

• Communicating effectively with clients and the veterinary team

• Working closely with Emergency DVMs and other veterinary professionals to provide high-quality patient care

We are also looking to hire technicians for both our 24/7 ICU and Emergency departments, providing opportunities to grow and develop your career within a highly advanced hospital environment.

Mentorship & Professional Growth

Whether you're an experienced emergency RVT or looking to build your confidence in emergency medicine, Lakeshore provides opportunities to continue learning throughout your career.

You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians, specialists, and veterinary technicians in an environment that encourages collaboration, professional development, and knowledge sharing.

Our team has access to medical webinar events throughout the year led by leading specialists, as well as an unlimited continuing education allowance and two paid CE days.

If you're passionate about emergency and critical care and want to continue expanding your clinical skills, Lakeshore offers an environment where possibilities thrive.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an RVT who is:

• Registered with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians

• Experienced in emergency medicine, or interested in developing their emergency skills

• Able to remain calm and perform effectively under pressure

• Passionate about making a difference in the lives of pets and their families

• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

• Comfortable using independent judgment and initiative

• Dedicated to providing exceptional patient care

• Willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Emergency experience is an asset, but we are looking for technicians who are passionate about emergency and critical care and eager to grow their skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: $26.00–$35.00/hour, based on experience

• Signing bonus

• Unlimited continuing education allowance

• 2 paid CE days

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental coverage

• Paid sick days

• 2 “You Deserve It!” paid days off per year

• RRSP matching program

• Access to medical webinars led by leading specialists throughout the year

• Uniform allowance

• Competitive medical and pet supply discounts

• Generous pet care discounts

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth

• A friendly, supportive, and collaborative work environment

Join Our Team

If you're ready to take your emergency nursing career to the next level and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to saving lives and improving outcomes for pets in need, we'd love to hear from you.

At Lakeshore Animal Health Partners, you'll have the opportunity to work with advanced technology, highly skilled veterinary professionals, and a diverse emergency caseload while continuing to grow throughout your career.

Apply through the job posting or email your resume to careers@vetstrategy.com.