Registered Veterinary Technician –Behaviour

Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital • Full-time • Surrey, British Columbia, Canada • USD $ 26 - USD $ 35 / hour • 3w ago

Registered Veterinary Technician – Anesthesia (Surgery & Neurology)

Our hospital continues to grow and is looking for an experienced technician with a drive to learn. We guarantee you won’t be bored here, and we are a perfect place for a VTS. We support our techs that want to pursue a VTS with additional group training sessions, journal club and mentorship. New graduates are welcome to apply but may be placed in a different area of the hospital to start their training. BBVSH takes pride in teaching new technicians and are fully committed to creating a learning environment to help you grow in your career.

About BBVSH
Our hospital is located in Beautiful British Columbia, on the outskirts of Vancouver and we are a VECCS Certified Level 1 facility. Our Doctors, Technicians and Veterinary Assistants are a cohesive team of professionals who strongly believe in collaboration, communication, respect and lifelong learning. BBVSH has board-certified specialists in surgery, oncology, neurology, critical care, internal medicine, radiology and cardiology. We also offer a full rehabilitation department complete with an underwater treadmill. Each department works together with other services within BBVSH, as well as accepting referrals and emergencies from other specialty and general practices.
In our 26,000 square foot facility we are open 24/7 and employ upwards of 180 staff members.

Take a tour of our hospital: https://bbvsh.com/about/tour/

About Position
The Behaviour Technician is a key member of the Behaviour team, working closely with the Behaviourist to support patients with behavioural challenges. This role involves preparing the behaviour consultation space, performing patient intake, collecting behavioural observations, assisting with diagnostics, preparing medications, and ensuring a safe, calm, and low-stress experience for every patient.
The Behaviour Technician must be skilled in animal handling, highly observant, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with anxious, fearful, or reactive patients. This role directly contributes to the success of each behaviour consultation and to the overall workflow of the service.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and maintain the behaviour consult room daily to ensure a calm, organized environment
Stock enrichment items (treats, Kongs, lick mats) and update daily scheduling boards
Clean, reset, and disinfect rooms and equipment between appointments
Retrieve patients and handle them using fear-free, low-stress techniques
Obtain patient weights when appropriate and assist with exams and blood draws
Observe, document, and report patient behaviour at scheduled intervals
Record stress signals, body language, triggers, and responses to cues
Assist Behaviourist with reinforcement exercises and behaviour support
Prepare, label, and organize medications as directed
Submit and process diagnostic tests; accurately record results
Communicate patient updates clearly with the Behaviourist and veterinary team
Provide medication and care instructions to clients when directed
Maintain cleanliness, restock supplies, and assist with laundry as needed

Required Qualifications:

Veterinary Technician diploma or equivalent clinical experience.
Experience in behaviour, training, or fear-free handling.
Previous experience in a specialty hospital or behaviour clinic is an asset.Strong animal-handling skills, especially with fearful, anxious, or reactive patients.
Ability to recognize and interpret canine and feline body language.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prepare, organize, and review medications accurately.
Comfortable multitasking in a time-sensitive, emotionally challenging environment.
Compassionate, calm, and patient-centered approach.
Ability to work collaboratively with the Behaviourist and broader medical team.
Ability to lift and assist patients up to 50 kg with support.

Who can apply to this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

How-to-apply instructions

Cover letter
Resume

More information

https://bbvsh.com/careers/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Discounted or free food
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Wellness program

Application question(s):

Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
This is a full-time position (40 hours/week). Are you looking for full-time work?

Work Location: In person