Do you dream of working in a beautiful coastal community where your lunch break can include a walk along the beach?

Lighthouse Veterinary Hospital is a privately owned small-animal veterinary clinic located between Qualicum Beach and Courtenay, BC. Our location offers the best of coastal, small-town life while still being an easy drive from city amenities.

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Registered Veterinary Technologist to join our supportive team. You will work alongside another experienced RVT, two assistants, and two receptionists.

Who We're Looking For

Kind, dependable, and enthusiastic RVT who takes pride in providing excellent patient care

Good communication skills, works well with a team and independently

Positive attitude with a willingness to learn

Ability to stay calm and attentive in a busy, fast-paced environment

You share our belief that quality veterinary care should be accessible to a broad range of clients and have a good sense of humor that fits well within our friendly workplace.

What You'll Be Doing

Administering and monitoring anesthesia independently

Performing dental procedures and dental radiography

Conducting general radiography and positioning patients

Providing nursing care before, during and after procedures

Using in-house laboratory equipment

Troubleshooting equipment and communicating with manufacturers or company representatives as needed

Educating clients about nutrition, diet, training and at-home care

Maintaining accurate medical records and communicating effectively with the veterinary team





Familiarity with AVImark software and Abaxis in-house laboratory equipment would be an asset.

We prioritize the physical and emotional well-being of every patient and are committed to providing compassionate care.

Hours, Flexibility, Compensation & Benefits

Schedule: Normally 4-5 days per week, with regular clinic hours of 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Staff work together to arrange lunch breaks around the needs of the team and our patients.

Family-friendly flexibility: We know that childcare and family responsibilities don't always fit neatly into an 8-to-5 schedule. We are happy to offer some flexibility with earlier or later start and finish times to accommodate childcare responsibilities, and we'll work with the right person to find a schedule that works for both their family and the clinic.

Wage: $28-$35 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits include

Extended health benefits, including dental and vision care

Physiotherapy, massage therapy and counselling coverage A budget for scrubs/work attire A per-kilometre fuel subsidy for your commute to work

Interested?

If you are an _experienced_ RVT who enjoys being part of a small, collaborative team-and the idea of working in a beautiful coastal community sounds appealing-we would love to hear from you.

Please send your résumé and cover letter to

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour

Advantages

Company events

Dental care

Disability insurance

Discounted or free food

Extended health care

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

On-site parking

Store discount

Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Registered Veterinary Technologist (British Columbia)
🏢 Lighthouse Veterinary Hospital
📍 British Columbia