Senior Registered Veterinary Technologist Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Expires Friday, January 1, 2027 at 10:59 AM We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices.Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading our Foundational Principles on our website. The BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC.

The British Columbia

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is looking to fill the following career opportunity: Senior Registered Veterinary Technologist -SRVT STATUS: Permanent; Full-time SHIFT: 40 hours per week WAGE: Hourly Reporting to the Practice Manager, this position assists the doctors to the fullest possible extent, helping to deliver quality care to patients and aiding in achieving greater efficiencies in patient care delivery. Finally, where required, the RVT will also be responsible for maintenance of instruments and equipment, medical record-keeping, housekeeping, administrative, inventory, and other duties as required to ensure productive operations and high quality of care. As a Senior RVT, this position performs the following duties with complete proficiency.

Additionally, this position may be asked to train, mentor, and provide additional guidance to RVTs with less than 5 years of experience, RVT students, or veterinary students. Triage patient care and treatments and coordinate with other staff members, including reviewing the upcoming schedule and planning/preparation for upcoming procedures. Calculating drug doses, use, potential side effects, proper administration, and ensuring control/recording of controlled drugs.

Performing and/or assisting the doctor in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures using a range of diagnostic equipment including but not limited to electrocardiography, radiography, and ultrasonography equipment. Hospitalizing patients under the supervision of the doctor including placement of an intravenous catheter, intravenous fluid administration, medication administration,



monitoring vital signs, inputs and outputs. Performing sedation, general anesthesia, and patient monitoring including safety, emergency drugs, administration and wen to intervene, intubation, extubation and recovery, and drug administration, indications, and contraindications.

Performing dental treatments including scaling, polishing, performing an antibacterial rinse and dental radiographs. Performing corneal stain tests, Shirmer Tear Tests, and eye pressure testing when instructed by doctors. Monitoring time requirements and ensuring medical records are kept up to date.

Tattooing and microchipping, as required. Performing tasks such as anal gland expression, grooming, and nail trims.

Housekeeping and administrative duties include: Ensuring that all fees associated with a patient are placed on the patient visit list, in collaboration with the Veterinary Assistant. Successful completion of a veterinary technologist program accredited by the Canadian Veterinary Medicine Association (CVMA) and registration with the BC Veterinary Technologists Association (BCVTA);

Experience in delivering high quality customer service to a variety of stakeholders. ability to multi-task and complete tasks/projects within defined timelines. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills along with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Understanding of the risks associated with working with animals and an ability to follow safety requirements and other precautions such as fear free handling techniques.

Willingness and no identified barriers to exposure to supplies commonly used in a hospital setting such as anesthetic gases, chemicals, drugs including controlled substances, and x-ray radiation within Canadian safety standards.

Experience in using common veterinary practice software.

Experience with Cornerstone would be considered an asset. Philosophical harmony with BC SPCA policies, programs and protocols. While we use technology to support application management, applications are not screened, scored, or ranked by AI systems. No emails or telephone calls, please.

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