Job Description

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Full-Time Maternity Leave Contract

Date: August 2026

Chatham-Kent Veterinary Hospital/ South Ridge Veterinary Clinic/ Blenheim Veterinary Hospital/ Wallaceburg Animal Hospital

We are seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team for a maternity leave contract. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative, four-hospital veterinary team committed to providing high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgeries and monitor anesthesia
• Provide nursing care to patients
• Perform laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging
• Conduct technician appointments and client education
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Work collaboratively within our four-hospital team. Occasional travel to support another location may be required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit options are available and will be reviewed upon hire, as eligibility is determined by scheduled hours worked.
• Continuing Education allowance
• Annual RVT dues
• Staff pet discounts
• Health insurance
• Uniform allowance
• Pet discounts
• RRSP matching
• Health spending account

Compensation

• $24.00–$26.00 per hour
• Starting wage will be determined by experience, skills, and alignment with our existing compensation structure.

To apply, please send your resume to Jenn Knights at jenn.knights@nva.com

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