Looking for a Locum? The BCVTA has several RVT members offering locum services. This is a voluntary listing of members with openings for locum placements. The information for each locum listing has been provided and approved by the individual RVT. To enquire about any of the RVTs listed in the directory, please contact them using their contact information.
All individuals listed on this page are current members of good standing of the BCVTA.
Looking for information on becoming a locum?
Locum work is becoming more popular among RVTs as a way to fill vacancies and have more control over things like scheduling and work environment. We are working on a fact sheet to help get you started, so stay tuned!
If you have additional questions or you would like to be added to the directory, please contact us at executivedirector@bcvta.com
Tiffany Cheung
Contact information:
- E: tiffanytwcheung@hotmail.com
- P: 604.722.3883
**Text or email preferred
Region: Lower Mainland
Species: Will work with all species
Additional Info:
- Graduated as Valedictorian in 2022 from Douglas College
- 7 years experience as a Veterinary Assistant
- Currently full time RVT at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital
- Looking to work with a wide variety of species and experiences for future application to veterinary school
Elizabeth Galary
Contact information:
- E: egalary@hotmail.com
- P: 250.299.1523
Region: Prefer to work in Kelowna, but will work in areas around Kelowna such as Lake Country and West Kelowna
Species: Canine and feline preferred, some experience with exotics
Additional Info:
- Graduated from TRU in 2019
- 4 Years experience in a small animal clinic in Victoria, BC
- Fear Free and RECOVER certified
- Open to learning more about large animal work
- Particularly interested in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and laboratory work
- Interested in working in a variety of practices including small and mixed animal general practice, exotic practices, and specialty hospitals.
- Open to working various hours, including 10-12 hour shifts
Hillary Gresdal
Business Name: Hillary Gresdal Locum RVT Services
Contact information:
- E: hillarygresdal.rvt@gmail.com
- Website: bclocumvettech.com
Region:
- Local Service Region: Campbell River, Comox Valley
- Extended Service Regions: Vancouver Island, BC Mainland
Species: Canine, feline in GP and ER (minor), Equine barn calls
Additional Info:
- Graduated 2015 from Douglas college
- 10 years clinical experience in GP
- Extensive experience with canine and feline surgery and anesthesia, including orthopedics
- Extensive experience with canine and feline dentistry…I love dentistry!!
- 6 months experience in ER
- Proficient in Cornerstone, Idexx WebPACS, Metron, Sound HD Dental, IM3 Silent Hurricane
Kim Holbrow
Contact information:
- E: kimholbrow@gmail.com
Region: Fraser Valley and Greater Vancouver Regional District preferred, B.C. on request
Species: canine, feline, and pocket pets
Additional Info:
- 15 years experience in a variety of practices
- Love for anesthesia and emergency medicine
- Fear Free Certified
Marina John
Business name: Van Isle Locum RVT
Contact information:
- E: vanislelocumrvt@gmail.com
- Linked in profile: Marina (VanIsleLocumRVT) John
Region: Vancouver Island and Vancouver mainland.
Species: most species, other than guinea pigs as they send me into anaphylactic shock.
Additional Info:
- 10 years combined experience in swine farrowing, GP, rehabilitation, exotics, ophthalmology, ER, internal medicine, referral & urgent care vet service clinics.
- 2 years of Veterinary Management experience
- Additional certification in Fear Free Handling, Hands Free Radiology and Veterinary Acupuncture.
Julie Kerr
Business name: Julie Kerr RVT
Contact information:
- E: JulieKerrRVT@gmail.com
- W: JulieKerrRVT.com
- Linkedin profile: Julie Kerr RVT
- Instagram: @juliekerrrvt
Region: All of B.C. Will travel, flying from the Yukon. 2-4 week contracts preferred.
Species: Small animal
Additional Info:
- Graduated 2012
- Experienced in remote general practice
- Developing ER triage/outpatient experience
- Excellent soft skills with both colleagues and clients
Dawn Kheiralla
Contact information:
- E: dawnkheiralla@gmail.com
- Linkedin profile: www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-kheiralla
Region: Lower Mainland
Species: All
Additional Info:
- Graduated 2023 from Douglas College
- Currently locuming in the Lower Mainland
- Fear Free Certified
- Particular areas of interest are animal welfare, large animals and exotics.
Coral Shae Kitchen
Contact information:
- E: shaekitchen@hotmail.com
- P: 905.933.9915
Region: Fraser Valley, Lower Mainland
Species: All species
Additional Info:
- Graduated from Seneca College in 2019
- Currently running my own business providing care for dairy cows
- Provided RVT services in the veterinary industry for 10 years
Elle McCleave
Business Name: Mobile Pet Care and Behaviour Consulting By Elle
Contact information:
- E: e.mccleave@live.ca
- P: 604-512-2602
*Text or email is preferred
Region: TriCities (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody), willing to travel to the surrounding areas within the Lower Mainland
Species: Canine, feline, willing to work with other species, but experienced is limited at this time
Additional Info:
- Graduated from Douglas College in 2020
- Currently pursuing VTS (Behaviour)
- Versatile team member with 10 Years in clinic experience in various roles
- Level 3 Fear Free Certified
Kasey Meikle
Contact information:
- E: ksmeikle.448@gmail.com
- P: 604-313-3846
Region: Vancouver, North Shore, Squamish. Other areas of BC and Yukon based on availability.
Species: Canine, feline, marine mammals, wildlife, willing to work with exotics, but still learning to be the best tech for them!
Additional Info:
- Graduated in 2013
- Passionate about behaviour medicine
- Level 3 Fear Free Certified
- Dedicated to providing patients with cooperative care medicine
**Available during June to September only.
Justyna Matracki
Contact information:
- E: matracki.justyna@gmail.com
- P: 403.831.1120
Region: Preferably North and West Vancouver, willing to travel anywhere in the Lower Mainland or Fraser Valley
Species: Canine and feline
Additional Info:
- Graduated from Olds College in 2011
Veronica Stamm
Contact information:
- E: veronica.stamm@gmail.com
- P: 604.299.6146
- C: 604.345.1461 (text preferred)
- Linkedin profile: Veronica Stamm
Region: British Columbia
Species: Companion Pets, special interest in AAHA evaluation, equipment maintenance, sanitation, organizing new or established hospitals, mentoring.
Additional Info:
- RVT for 45 years
- Completed advanced courses in dentistry, anesthesia, and pain management
- Organized four hospitals from construction to inspection
Monica Thomas
Contact information:
- E: monica.thomas.rvt.vts.ecc@gmail.com
- Website: https://www.monicathomasrvtvts.com/
- Linkedin profile: Monica Thomas , RVT, VTS (ECC)
- Facebook: Monica Thomas, RVT, VTS (ECC)
- Instagram: @vettechmonica
Region:
- Locum work: Greater Vancouver Area
- Anywhere in BC for consulting, training, and education
Species: Dogs, cats, pigs, and sheep
Additional Info:
- Graduated 2006
- Obtained VTS (ECC) 2017
- RECOVER Certified Instructor
- Background working at an emergency and specialty referral hospital, as well as a biomedical research facility at an academic institution
- Passionate in building and strengthening veterinary teams by giving them confidence and competency through teaching and training emergency-related skills and critical care processes
- Owner of a consulting and education business – reach out for more information!
Shane Valliere
Business name: Island RVT Services
Contact information:
- E: Shanevalliere13@yahoo.com
- C: 250.729.1410
Region: Duncan to Courtenay
Species: Small animal, exotics, wildlife, some large animal
- Graduated from TRU in 2004
- Experienced in all areas of practice and emergency medicine