Lead Registered Veterinary Technician
About The Position
The Animal Emergency Clinic of Fraser Valley (AECFV) is seeking a Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join their team. AECFV has been providing emergency and critical care since 1996 and is an AAHA-accredited animal hospital. The facility operates 24/7 and is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment tools. They are partnered with Ethos Veterinary Health, a network of specialty and emergency hospitals, providing organizational support while maintaining a family-founded culture. The clinic emphasizes a strong sense of community and mutual support among its team members, including veterinarians, RVTs, and veterinary assistants.
Requirements
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Continuing education allowance plus paid days at top emergency and specialty conferences
- Paid licensing and membership dues
- RRSP matching program
- Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
- Annual health and wellness allowance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid vacation and sick days
- Uniform allowance
- Generous staff discounts on services, products, and pet facilities
- Company events and a fun team atmosphere
- Medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
