Emergency Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Emergency Department | Privately Owned | Port Perry, Ontario
A career where your skills truly matter — and where you help shape the future of emergency veterinary medicine.
Vets Around the Corner – Emergency Department (VAC-ED) is proud to be opening one of the only privately owned emergency veterinary facilities in the GTA. We are currently seeking Emergency Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) who are passionate about critical care, teamwork, and innovation.
This is a rare opportunity to join a brand-new emergency operation at the ground level — helping to build systems, culture, and best practices from the start, while being supported by an established, award-winning organization.
At Vets Around the Corner, we believe in individualized, collaborative, and compassionate care — not only for our patients and clients, but for our team. We value leadership at every level, encourage initiative, and actively support professional growth.
Why VAC-ED is Different
- One of the only privately owned emergency veterinary facilities
- Brand-new emergency service opening with significant room for growth
- A chance to be part of a growing, innovative team shaping the future of vet med
- Strong commitment to community impact, including:
- A fully equipped veterinary ambulance
- Community outreach clinics
- Partnerships through the Vets Around the Corner Community Veterinarian Program (CVP)
- A workplace where RVTs are respected as critical clinical professionals
Our organization has received national and local recognition, including:
- TELUS #StandWithOwners Grand Prize Winner (one of only five businesses in Canada)
- Multiple Readers’ Choice Awards (#1 Animal Hospital, #1 Veterinary Service, #1 Business Service)
- New Business of the Year and People’s Choice Award – North Durham Chamber of Commerce
Scheduling & Hours
This position involves rotating emergency shifts, including:
- Overnights Monday to Friday
- 24-hour coverage on weekends
- Rotating shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Emergency medicine is demanding — we are committed to fair scheduling, work-life harmony, and adequate staffing to support our team.
What We Offer
- Competitive emergency RVT compensation, based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid vacation, personal, and sick days
- Ongoing CE and emergency-focused skill development
- Mentorship and leadership growth opportunities
- A modern, well-equipped emergency facility
- A collaborative, respectful, and forward-thinking culture
- The opportunity to help build and shape a new emergency service
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-level nursing care in emergency and critical cases
- Triage and assist with emergency presentations
- Assist veterinarians with emergency procedures and surgeries
- Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Conduct diagnostics including lab work and radiography
- Maintain accurate medical records in a fast-paced environment, with the assistance of AI record keeping and technology such as computers in every room, tablets, laptops and TV monitors
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients during critical situations
- Support emergency operations, ambulance responses, and outreach initiatives
- Contribute ideas and leadership to help develop emergency protocols and workflows
Requirements
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), in good standing with the OAVT
- Eligible to work in Canada and able to pass a criminal record check
- Strong technical and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Compassionate, professional, and client-focused approach
- Interest in innovation, emergency medicine, and community impact
- Adaptable, motivated, and eager to grow with a new service
Why Port Perry?
Located on the shores of Lake Scugog, Port Perry offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and professional opportunity — with waterfront trails, local cafés, festivals, and easy access to the GTA.
If you’re an RVT who thrives in emergency medicine and wants to be part of something new, privately owned, and genuinely impactful, we would love to meet you.
Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to:
[email protected]
Vets Around the Corner – Emergency
Compassion. Innovation. Community.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $28.00-$38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
