RVT - Oncology

Department: Companion Animal Hospital
Temporary part-time from 11/16/2026 to 05/14/2027 
(Less than 24 hours a week)

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General Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, 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 Oncology service but may be required to support other units in times of operational need. The OVC HSC has a varied patient base, thus RVTs may be assisting activities relating to companion animals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction/supervision of a clinician, the key areas of responsibility include:

• Assist in building client caseload through the delivery of outstanding client service.

• Coordinate patient care and communicate effectively with other service areas regarding patient’s status, care procedures and location in hospital.

• Maintain accurate and complete medical records ensuring patient/client confidentiality.

• Observe and evaluate the health status of patients, administer prescribed drugs/therapeutic treatments, collect samples, perform diagnostic Imaging procedures and assist with patient positioning and restraint.

• Booking and scheduling appointments for the service, billing, administers chemotherapy, and communications with all departments.

• Implement orders issued by the oncologists; organizes treatment protocols; assisting with specialized diagnostic procedures, monitoring and administering sedation/minor anesthesia for medical procedures, assist anesthesia service for patient treatments.

• Involved in all aspects of patient care, including submissions for lab work, daily management and documentation of hospitalized patients; maintains communication between clients and referring veterinarian.

• Provide technical support and functional guidance to veterinary students, graduate students, clinicians (faculty and veterinarians) and staff.

Requirements

• Two (2) year College Diploma.

• 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.

• One (1) year prior experience working as an RVT.

• 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.

• 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 evenings and weekends.

The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rabies titre.

Employee Type: Temporary Hourly rate: $36.26 - $40.48 per hour (level 1 & Level 3 on excluded grid)

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:11/09/2026 Close Date: 11/23/2026