Date: Required Immediately
Employment Type:
Permanent full-time (40-hours/week) - Preferred
*May consider 30–35 hours per week for the right person
Ideal candidate:
Permanent Full-Time position – we can offer some flexibility in days/hours, if required.
Permanent Part-Time candidates may be considered (as an exception) but work schedule would be close to 30 hours/week
About You: The ideal candidate is confident in core technical skills—particularly anesthesia, dentistry, and surgical support—and takes pride in delivering consistent, high-quality patient care. You will play a key role in supporting our veterinarians during examinations, procedures, and treatments while ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of our patients at all times.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a crucial temporary team member, you’ll lead our technical team and support our veterinarians by utilizing your full skill set including:
- Reviewing anesthesia protocols/drug and hydration calculations/prescriptions
- Performing anesthesia monitoring (modern equipment)
- Providing technical support during examinations, surgeries, and dental procedures
- Performing dental prophylaxis and imaging using new dental hygiene equipment and digital dental x-ray (purchased in December 2025)
- Independently managing and performing tech appointment procedures (with assistance from experienced Veterinary Assistants)
- Evaluating post-surgical pain control and monitoring patient recovery
- Advocating for patient comfort and safety
- Communicating with clients
- Collaborating with a supportive team, including some supervision of qualified veterinary assistants who will assist with delegated tasks
- Maintaining Control Drug logbooks
What We’re Looking For:
- Registered Veterinary Technologist who is reliable, responsible and works autonomously with minimal supervision
- Strong technical and clinical skills, especially in anesthesia, dentistry and surgery
- A calm, confident, and compassionate approach to patient care
- Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills
- Fear-free patient handling skills; Fear Free Certification is not required but can become Certified with CE budget after probation period is satisfied
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday work week
- Flexible 4- or 5-day schedule
- Dayshift – core hours
- No on-call shifts
- No weekend work
- No after hours or extended hours coverage
Culture and Perks:
- No cost on-site temporary Accommodation available for candidates relocating to the area
- Travel support available for out-of-town candidates
- Supportive, well-organized and spacious practice environment
- Working with a fast-paced 2 DVM team that values your skills, expertise and leadership abilities
Equipment:
- New digital dental x-ray equipment
- New digital radiography equipment
- Complete IDEXX in-house lab suite
- Clarius Ultrasound
Why Mill Bay?
Mill Bay is a welcoming, safe and peaceful coastal community offering an excellent quality of life. With beautiful natural surroundings, local amenities, and an easy commute to Victoria, it’s an ideal location for those seeking a balanced lifestyle while doing meaningful work.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career opportunity in a supportive practice and a beautiful part of South Vancouver Island close to nature and just a stone’s throw away from urban conveniences, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
