Lead RVT – Emergency Department

Calling Experienced RVTs with a Passion for Leadership

Hospital: Burlington Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital

Location: Burlington, Ontario

Position Type: Full-Time (Current Vacancy)

Burlington Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated RVT to step into our RVT Team Lead role within our Emergency Service.

This is a dynamic, well-supported position that blends hands-on clinical work with dedicated administrative time, ensuring you have the capacity to lead effectively and make a meaningful impact. You’ll be surrounded by a strong leadership ensemble and collaborative team environment, allowing you to focus on what matters most in your role.

What You’ll Be Part Of
You will work alongside a welcoming and collaborative leadership group, including:

• ACA Lead
• CSR Lead
• Triage Lead
• Inventory Technician
• Equipment & Specialty Coordinator
• Specialty Team Leads
• Training & Development RVT

You’ll also have the support of our Senior Leadership Team, particularly for escalated matters, conflict resolution, and strategic guidance—we are here to help support and grow your career while offering clear guidance to help you develop your leadership skills.

About the Role

This position is ideal for an RVT who:

• Is an RVT with 3+ years of experience (preferred)
• Has previous leadership experience or a strong desire to grow into a leadership pathway
• Wants to contribute to the growth and success of our amazing RVT team!
• Thrives in a fast-paced emergency setting
• Is passionate about supporting our people, our patients and our clients through operational and leadership strategy.
• Demonstrates strong anesthesia, lab, technical and nursing care skills
• Is highly organized, with the ability to prioritize effectively and help elevate team performance
• Communicates clearly and professionally

What You’ll Do

As a Team Lead, you are a:

Working Leader

• Actively participate in floor shifts
• Model professionalism, clinical excellence, and exceptional service

People Leader

• Support, coach, and develop team members
• Foster a positive, respectful, and high-performing team environment

Operational Leader

• Help ensure consistency in patient care and workflow efficiency
• Support staffing, team coordination, and day-to-day operations
• Uphold hospital policies, standards, and budget expectations as outlined by our SLT
• Coordinate with our Training and Development RVT to ensure your team is confident in their skills and knowledge as RVTs!

Why Join Us?
If you thrive on making a difference—for clients, patients, and your colleagues—you will love this role!

We believe that living our core values allows us to deliver outstanding patient care while building trust and strong partnerships with clients and rDVMs. We are dedicated to supporting our team’s technical skill development alongside communication skills and leadership growth, ensuring confidence at every level.

Our Core Values:

• Compassion & Empathy
• Communication
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Dependability
• Accountability & Integrity
• Respect
• Growth & Learning

About Our Hospital:
We are a Canadian-owned Emergency & Referral hospital. In addition to our strong ER team, we also have a full-time Board-Certified Neurologist, Board-Certified Dentist, and access to additional specialties. We are committed to fully utilizing our RVTs, fostering a close-knit, supportive, and engaging work environment and are on the verge of even more growth!

Total Compensation & Benefits:
We recognize and value the contributions of RVTs—here’s how we support your professional and personal well-being:

• A Wage Rate Commensurate with Skillset & Experience: $25.00/hr – $40.00/hr  (including additional leadership stipends and overnight premium rates)
• A Comprehensive Health Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, & Vision premiums paid by the clinic)
• Professional Services Coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist, acupuncturist and more)
• Enhanced Mental Health Practitioner Coverage
• RRSP Matching
• P3 Pawsitive Health & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Continuing Education (CE): A minimum of $1000 towards CE plus 3 days of paid leave to attend CE
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Licensing & Membership Dues
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick & Personal Emergency Days
• Generous Veterinary Discounts
• Clothing Allowance

About P3 Veterinary Partners:

P3 is a 100% Canadian-owned veterinary practice group. Our mission is to empower veterinary teams to live their passion and focus on unparalleled care for pets and the people who love them. Through our dynamic group of hospitals, P3 strives to be the best place to work in veterinary health care. Pets, People, & Positivity! Our approach is built on a simple foundation of 3 P’s: Pets, People and Practice. By remaining focused on these core elements, we work diligently to maintain the strong reputations and individual brands of our hospitals – encouraging them to be the best versions of themselves.

Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for an opportunity to work in a progressive, high-standards team, where your contributions are valued, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or wish to submit your CV for consideration, please contact us at burlington.manager@p3vetpartners.ca Come be a part of our amazing team!

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