Registered Veterinary Technician Service Coordinator

Department: Large Animal Hospital
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

Temporary full-time from 08/11/2025 to 07/06/2026 
Temporary Absence of the Regular Incumbent 

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General Purpose

Reporting to the Supervisor, Patient Care and Service Delivery and under the direction of a clinician, the RVT participates as a member of the healthcare team of the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre. 

This position will be primarily assigned to the Large Animal Hospital acting as an emergency referral coordinator but may be required to support other units in times of operational needs. The OVC HSC has a varied patient base, thus RVTs may be assisting activities relating to both companion and large animals.  

Duties and Responsibilties

• Excellent communication skills, ability to work independently and think critically 
• Ability to work in fast paced and high stress environment  
• Interacting with students, interns, residents, faculty and other staff in the hospital 
• Working primarily with large animals including horses (mares with foals, stallions, yearlings) cows, goats, pigs, sheep, llamas, alpacas, and other species
• Competency with IV catheter placement, blood collection, and handling of narcotics  
• Triaging of incoming emergency cases and assisting with appointments
• Walking animals, handling patients on IV fluids, CRI's and working with intensive care or critical cases 
• Provide administrative support i.e. billing and assisting with the admission and discharge of client animals  
• Providing estimates, invoicing updates and booking referrals with clients and referring veterinarians
• Maintain confidentiality and working within medical records 

Requirements

• 2 year College Diploma
• One to two years of prior experience working as an RVT
• Successful completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program recognized by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT)
• Full member in good standing with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT)
• Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician Examination (VTNE) and the OAVT mandatory ethics exam. OAVT registration is required
• The incumbent must have experience with and be competent in the handling and restraint of large animals and in performing a wide range of treatment procedures and techniques
• Demonstrated proficiency in customer service: excellent communication and organizational skills particularly with respect to dealing with clients; ability to mentor students and contribute to a collaborative team environment and effective organizational skills.
• Familiarity with common computer software including Hospital Management Information System software is preferred
• Flexibility in scheduling availability is required. The incumbent will be required to work a variety of shifts including days, afternoons, evenings and weekends and on call
• A Rabies vaccine series and valid titre completed before the start of the position
• Steel toed boots  

Employee Type: Regular 
Position Number: 10623079 
Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 7  
USW Local 4120 Wage Grid

*Tentative evaluation; subject to final review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 07/30/2025  
Closing Date: 08/06/2025