Posted 2 months ago
Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency
@ Ethos Veterinary Health
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
Ethos Veterinary Health is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician for its 24/7 emergency and referral hospital in Mississauga, Ontario. The role covers triage, critical care nursing, anesthesia support, imaging and emergency procedures, on three 12-hour shifts with rotating overnights and every other weekend. The posting states $28–$40/hour, a $2/hour overnight differential and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Pay:
$28–$40 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Triage and emergency patient assessment
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Monitoring hospitalized patients and delivering nursing care
- Anesthesia support, surgical prep and recovery
- Diagnostic imaging including radiographs
Requirements summary:
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required; CVT/LVT considered
- Emergency or critical care experience preferred
- Strong anesthesia and patient care skills
- Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced emergency setting
- Fluent English speaking and reading
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 36 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), OAVT |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Stock or equity, Employee discount, Wellness, Transit support, Free or discounted meals |
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Ethos Veterinary Health
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Full company description
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence.
- LinkedIn followers
- 35,202
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 896
- Reported office locations
- Austin, TX, US
- Business categories
- Health Diagnostics
- Veterinary
- Hospital
- Health Care
- Pet
- Medical
- Other recorded names
- Ethos Veterinary Health
- Specialties
- 24/7 Veterinary Emergency
- Veterinary Specialties
- Veterinary General Practice
- Oncology
- Internal Medicine
- Ophthalmology
- Surgery
- Behavior
- Critical Care
- Neurology
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Compounding Pharmacy
- Dermatology
- and Cardiology
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Veterinary Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Austin, TX |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | 24/7 Veterinary EmergencyVeterinary SpecialtiesVeterinary General PracticeOncologyInternal MedicineOphthalmologySurgeryBehaviorCritical CareNeurology |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 18 |
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Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency | $28–$40/hour | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Location: Mississauga, Ontario
Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts per week
Compensation: $28–$40/hour + $2/hour Overnight Differential + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency to join our growing emergency team in Mississauga, Ontario. This is an opportunity for a Veterinary Technician to build advanced ER and Critical Care skills while working alongside a highly skilled, collaborative team in a 24/7 emergency and referral hospital.
Whether you’re an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician who thrives in emergency medicine or you’re coming from general practice and ready for more complexity, you’ll have the opportunity to manage a wide variety of emergency cases, expand your technical skills, and practice at the top of your license
Compensation
- $28–$40/hour based on experience and skillset
- $2/hour overnight differential (8:00 PM–7:00 AM)
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
- 100% employer-paid health premiums + $500 Wellness Program!
- OAVT dues covered
- RRSP with employer match
- CE + real support to grow your skills
- Vacation earned within your first year + 5 PAID sick days
- Two paid bereavement days, including for the loss of a beloved pet
- Employee pet discounts, vision care & more
- Secure underground parking
- Access to VetBloom (RACE-approved CE)
- Veterinary Technician Education Scholarships
- License renewal reimbursement
- Fully stocked snack kitchen!
- Three 12-hour shifts per week
- Rotating days and overnights
- Every other weekend required
This is a hands-on Emergency Veterinary Technician role where your skills will be used every day in meaningful ways. You’ll work closely with DVMs and fellow RVTs to provide exceptional patient care for urgent and critical cases.
- Triage and emergency patient assessment
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Monitoring hospitalized patients and delivering nursing care
- Patient vitals and ongoing treatment monitoring
- Anesthesia support, surgical prep, and recovery
- Diagnostic imaging including radiographs
- ECG monitoring
- Laboratory sample collection and processing
- Client communication and education
- Assisting with emergency procedures and treatments
- Central line placement assistance
- Urinary catheter placement
- NG tubes and nasal cannulas
- Chest tubes
- Feeding tubes
- Blood transfusions
- Advanced CPR (RECOVER training provided)
Qualifications
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required; CVT/LVT equivalents considered
- Emergency or critical care experience preferred, but strong GP technicians looking to transition into ER are encouraged to apply
- Strong anesthesia and patient care skills
- Ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency setting
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Passion for emergency medicine and continued learning
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto is a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital serving Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Area. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional emergency and referral care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where Veterinary Technicians can continue to grow and develop their skills.
Our hospital is equipped with:
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound
- IDEXX in-house laboratory
- i-Stat diagnostics
- Multi-parameter patient monitoring
- EzyVet, SmartFlow, and Cubex
We're also proud to support local rescue organizations and host Canadian Animal Blood Banking clinics within our community.
Surrounding Areas
Our hospital is located in Mississauga, Ontario, with access to a large veterinary talent network across the Greater Toronto Area. Qualified Veterinary Technicians commonly commute from:
- Toronto, ON & Etobicoke, ON
- Oakville, ON & Burlington, ON
- Milton, ON & Brampton, ON
- Georgetown, ON & Vaughan, ON
- North York, ON & Hamilton, ON
Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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