Laboratory Facilitator, Veterinary Technology
Posted 3 days ago
Job Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Position Information
Location Coquitlam Campus Salary Range
$33.13 per hour (with wage increments to a max of $37.16 per hour). Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
The Opportunity
You have a deep commitment to veterinary science and you're driven to inspire others who are just as passionate about this field as you are. You're exceptional at guiding students through proper lab procedures, preparing engaging assignments, and creating an encouraging environment where students are motivated to learn. With your values on safety and compassion, you'll play a key role in shaping the next generation of veterinary professionals.
If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Laboratory Facilitator - Veterinary Technology position, and join our dedicated and supportive team.
WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.
Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.
WHAT IT TAKES
Additional Information
How To Apply
Open Date 06/12/2026 Close Date 06/18/2026 Open Until Filled No Maximum Number of References 3 Minimum Number of References 3 Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important Note
Qualified internal applicants must apply by June 18, 2026 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
Position Information
Location Coquitlam Campus Salary Range
$33.13 per hour (with wage increments to a max of $37.16 per hour). Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
The Opportunity
You have a deep commitment to veterinary science and you're driven to inspire others who are just as passionate about this field as you are. You're exceptional at guiding students through proper lab procedures, preparing engaging assignments, and creating an encouraging environment where students are motivated to learn. With your values on safety and compassion, you'll play a key role in shaping the next generation of veterinary professionals.
If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Laboratory Facilitator - Veterinary Technology position, and join our dedicated and supportive team.
WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.
Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.
• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes
WHAT IT TAKES
• Excellent working knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of a veterinary facility, including laboratory, surgical, radiology and anesthetic equipment and apparatus together with a good working knowledge of safety measures related to the operation of a veterinary facility including WHMIS and GHS
• Demonstrated experience speaking to groups and preparing written materials for lab assignments. Experience creating Standard Operating Procedures is an asset.
• Good working knowledge of the English language (written and verbal).
• A demonstrated ability to:
• handle different animal species compassionately and with the use of accepted professional best practices.
• perform all duties of a veterinary technologist, including, but not limited to, anesthesia, dentistry, nursing, radiography and laboratory procedures.
• manage multiple ongoing patient and student needs (i.e. multi-task).
• adapt to changing situations with a calm demeanour.
• communicate courteously and effectively in person, in writing, and over the telephone with students, faculty, administrators, staff, and the public.
Additional Information
• This temporary full-time (35 hours per week) position is available starting August 31 to May 28, 2027.
• Regular hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm. Shift days and times may change depending on the Department's need. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.
• The position is located at the Coquitlam campus; however, successful candidate must be available for occasional work at the New Westminster campus and off-site locations.
• Douglas College is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance for employees. A modified/flexible schedule and/or hybrid work from home arrangement may be considered, subject to the terms of the College's Work From Home Policy.
How To Apply
Open Date 06/12/2026 Close Date 06/18/2026 Open Until Filled No Maximum Number of References 3 Minimum Number of References 3 Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important Note
Qualified internal applicants must apply by June 18, 2026 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
About Douglas College
Industry
EducationCompany Size
1001-5000 employees
Application closing date is 2026-08-12
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