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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Riverview Animal Health Centre
Riverview Animal Health Centre | New Brunswick
Are you looking to grow your career in a hospital where you can practice advanced veterinary medicine, work alongside an experienced team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families?
At Riverview Animal Health Centre, we’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team! Whether your passion is emergency medicine, general practice, or a combination of both, we offer opportunities to develop your skills, expand your clinical knowledge, and work with a collaborative team that values the important role RVTs play in patient care.
With a wide range of specialties, advanced services, and dedicated mentorship, Riverview offers RVTs the opportunity to make full use of their technical skills while building a career that can grow with their interests.
About Riverview Animal Health Centre
Riverview Animal Health Centre has proudly served New Brunswick for more than 55 years. Our team of over 90 veterinary professionals works in a spacious 12,000 sq. ft. facility, providing emergency, urgent care, walk-in, general practice, and referral services.
We’re open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with veterinary professionals available around the clock to provide exceptional care to our patients.
Our Hospital Offers Advanced Diagnostic And Treatment Capabilities, Including
- Ultrasound and digital radiography
- Endoscopy
- Advanced surgical capabilities
- Critical care
- Orthopedic and surgical referral services
- Radioiodine therapy
- Behaviour services
- Exotic animal services
- The only CT scanner in New Brunswick dedicated to animal use
We have also been AAHA-accredited for more than 30 years and are a Gold-level Cat Friendly Practice.
With such a diverse range of services under one roof, our RVTs have opportunities to explore different areas of veterinary medicine, develop specialized skills, and discover new career paths without having to leave the hospital.
Emergency Medicine
Our Emergency Department is supported by a dedicated team of DVMs, RVTs, veterinary assistants, and an exceptional client service team. As an RVT on our ER team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of cases, utilize advanced diagnostic equipment, and contribute to patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Our emergency team works a 4-on, 4-off rotation with 12-hour shifts, providing a predictable schedule and extended time off between rotations.
You’ll work alongside veterinarians with experience ranging from 3 years to more than 50 years, giving you access to a wealth of clinical knowledge and opportunities to continue developing your skills.
We believe in empowering our RVTs to practise to the fullest extent of their training and abilities. You’ll have opportunities to contribute meaningfully to patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care, with support from an experienced veterinary team.
For team members working in our ER service, we also offer unlimited continuing education (CE), supporting ongoing learning and the development of advanced clinical skills.
General Practice
Our General Practice team provides comprehensive preventative and medical care, with opportunities for RVTs to use their technical skills and contribute meaningfully to patient care.
Services Include
- Wellness and preventative medicine
- Vaccinations
- Dentistry
- Spays and neuters
- Medical case management
- Diagnostic workups using advanced diagnostic tools
- Surgery and advanced procedures
For RVTs interested in both general practice and emergency medicine, there may also be opportunities to explore a role that combines both areas.
Our goal is to make the most of our RVTs’ knowledge and technical abilities, ensuring they are active, valued members of the medical team. Whether supporting routine appointments or more complex medical and surgical cases, you’ll have opportunities to build confidence, strengthen your clinical skills, and make a real difference in patient care.
We also support ongoing learning through our Continuing Education (CE) allowance, helping our RVTs expand their knowledge, develop new skills, and continue growing professionally.
Career Growth and Specialization
One of the exciting things about working at Riverview is the opportunity to grow your career in many different directions. With our broad range of services, RVTs can explore specialized areas of interest, develop advanced technical skills, and pursue opportunities for professional growth within the hospital.
Potential Career Pathways Include
- Surgery: Develop your skills and explore opportunities to work alongside our surgical team.
- Leadership: Grow into supervisory positions and take on greater responsibility in supporting and developing the team.
- Radioiodine therapy: Gain experience in this specialized area of veterinary medicine.
- Advanced and specialty services: Explore opportunities across our referral services, diagnostic capabilities, and other advanced areas of patient care.
- Behaviour and exotic animal services: Learn more about these unique areas of veterinary medicine and the opportunities they offer for continued development.
Whether you’re interested in deepening your clinical expertise, exploring a specialty, or working toward a leadership role, we want to support you in finding a path that aligns with your interests and long-term goals.
What You’ll Do
As an RVT at Riverview Animal Health Centre, you’ll play an important role in supporting our veterinarians and delivering high-quality patient care.
Your Responsibilities May Include
- Assisting with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and medical case management.
- Monitoring and supporting patients before, during, and after procedures.
- Providing nursing care to hospitalized, emergency, and critical care patients.
- Assisting with surgical procedures, anesthesia, and recovery.
- Performing laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures.
- Supporting client education and communicating treatment plans under the direction of the veterinary team.
- Maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring patient safety.
- Collaborating with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and client service team members to provide compassionate, efficient care.
- Contributing to a positive learning environment and supporting the continued development of the team.
What We’re Looking For
- A diploma in Veterinary Technology from an accredited program.
- Eligibility for registration or current registration as an RVT in New Brunswick.
- A passion for animal health and delivering exceptional patient care.
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
- A compassionate, adaptable approach to working with patients and their families.
- An interest in continued learning and professional development.
- The ability to work collaboratively in a busy hospital environment.
Whether you’re an experienced RVT or a newer graduate looking to build your confidence and clinical skills, we encourage you to apply!
Mentorship, Onboarding and Team Support
Starting somewhere new, especially in a large referral and emergency hospital, can feel like a big step. At Riverview, you won’t have to navigate that transition alone.
We offer an enhanced mentorship and onboarding program designed to help RVTs feel supported as they settle into the team, learn our hospital's processes, and build confidence in their role. Dedicated trainers and mentors are available to guide you throughout the onboarding process, whether you’re a recent graduate entering the profession or an experienced RVT joining a referral and emergency environment for the first time.
We want you to feel comfortable asking questions, learning new skills, and gradually taking on new challenges with the right support around you. Your development matters to us, and we’re committed to helping you succeed.
At Riverview, you’ll work alongside skilled RVTs, veterinary assistants, experienced DVMs, and an outstanding reception team. We value the contributions of every team member and believe that excellent patient care comes from working together.
Our team embraces the philosophy that no one can do everything individually, but together we can. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can share your knowledge, learn from others, and continue growing throughout your career.
Continuing education: We offer
unlimited CE to team members working in our ER service, giving them opportunities to expand their skills, explore areas of interest, and stay current with advances in veterinary medicine.
Life in New Brunswick
New Brunswick offers an appealing balance of affordability, community, and natural beauty. With a lower cost of living than many Canadian provinces, you may enjoy more affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a more relaxed pace of life.
Beaches, forests, rivers, and hiking trails are all within easy reach, while the province’s welcoming, community-focused culture makes it a wonderful place to build both a career and a life.
Join Our Team!
If you’re an RVT looking for an opportunity to work with an experienced team, develop your clinical skills, and contribute to advanced veterinary care, we’d love to hear from you!
Whether your interests lie in emergency medicine, general practice, surgery, specialty services, or leadership, Riverview Animal Health Centre offers a rewarding environment where your skills and contributions are valued.
Join a team that invests in your growth, supports your development, and gives you the opportunity to explore where your RVT career can take you.
Apply through the link on this posting or email your resume to careers@vetstrategy.com.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Riverview team!
Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team! VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to careers@vetstrategy.com.
