Registered Veterinary Technologist, RVT Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is welcoming an ICU/ER Registered Veterinary Technologist to join our team. This position provides an opportunity to work with top board certified specialists and the ability to learn about cutting-edge veterinary medicine. This person will have strong technical skills, be capable of caring for critical ill patients, be comfortable administering anesthesia, and be eager to constantly learn.

The schedule for this position will be 12-hour shifts with a rotating 4/5 on, 4/5 off schedule, ensuring 2/4 weekends off per month. night premium added) Facilitating treatments, diagnostic work-up and monitoring of ill hospitalized patients. Administering anesthesia for minor emergency procedures, assisting in set-up, and patient recovery. Drive the VCA Canada experience and ensure our patients receive the highest quality care.

Registered Veterinary

Technician in Alberta Preference given for a minimum three years of experience as an RVT, ideally in an emergency or referral setting Experience in providing general anesthesia and monitoring in dogs and cats Proficiency in performing calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.) Ability to work well with others in a hospital that requires a multi-disciplinary team approach among the specialty services RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future. Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days.

Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility,



with flexible options. Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness. Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app Founded in 2001, WVSEC is dedicated to serving the needs of veterinarians and pet owners, offering state-of-the-art specialty and emergency veterinary services at one of the largest, most comprehensive facilities of its kind in Canada.

Our team includes specialists in Critical Care, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Radiology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, along with 24-hour emergency care and rehabilitation services. Our hospital culture fosters teamwork and camaraderie that naturally leads to delivering exceptional care to our patients, and service to our clients, referring veterinarians and our community. The hospital is well equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, linear accelerator, mechanical ventilator, and a complete on-site diagnostic laboratory.

Our referral base is large, with over 75 referring hospitals in our 1.2 million person trade area.



Twenty of these hospitals in Calgary are partner clinics from whom we draw referrals to all services. Western strives to provide our technicians with a respectful, educational, productive, fun and collaborative work workplace where the primary goal is to provide world-class veterinary services and patient care.

We offer a agile team environment, encompassing specialty and emergency services. Candidates should have advanced technical skills, exceptional client service and communication skills and have a special interest in referral medicine. Come be a part of Calgary’s team of veterinary specialty professionals.

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy. In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide.

Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.

📌 Registered Veterinary Technologist, ER & ICU, Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre (Calgary)
🏢 VCA Animal Hospitals
📍 Calgary