Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant

Ethos Veterinary Health; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dynamic team as an Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant at a brand-new facility. Your role will involve providing critical support to both pets and their owners during emergencies. With competitive compensation and numerous benefits, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment dedicated to veterinary excellence.

Benefits

Continuing Education Allowance

Uniform Allowance

Paid Time Off & Sick Time

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

RRSP with employer match

Employee Pet Discount

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary settings preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle emergency situations effectively.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostic procedures and IV setups.
• Provide excellent patient care and client service.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure a clean hospital environment.

Skills

Compassionate animal handling

Client communication

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Job description

Now Hiring: Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant - Join Our Growing Team in a Brand-New, State-of-the-Art Facility!

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families during their most critical moments? Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre is looking for a dedicated Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our fast-paced, compassionate team.

Opened in May 2024, our brand-new, 24,000-square-foot hospital in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, delivers high-quality emergency and specialty care to pets across the greater Halifax Regional Municipality. Join us at the forefront of veterinary medicine in a collaborative environment built for compassion, innovation, and excellence.

Compensation

• $19–$26/hour, based on skill level and assessment
• $2.50/hour shift premium
  • Weekdays: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
  • Weekends: Friday 5:00 p.m. – Monday 8:00 a.m

Schedule

• Targeting three 12-hour shifts per week
• Includes a mix of day, evening, and overnight hours—flexibility required

What We Offer

• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off & Sick Time
• Holiday & Shift Premiums
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance STARTING DAY 1!
• RRSP with employer match
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Pet Discount
• Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved continuing education and training
• Access to VetGirl Subscription
• Partnership with Penn Foster Veterinary Technology program, including scholarships
• License application and renewal reimbursement for RVTs.
• Financial support and onsite mentorship for those pursuing VTS certification

About the Job
We’re looking for a passionate, team-oriented individual to join our veterinary team as a Technician Assistant. In this vital role, you’ll support both our medical team and clients by helping deliver exceptional patient care and service. From hands-on animal care to client communication, your days will be fast-paced, meaningful, and full of opportunities to learn and grow.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with diagnostic procedures, radiographs, and IV setups
• Collecting samples and operating/maintaining laboratory equipment
• Providing compassionate animal handling and restraint, even with challenging patients
• Supporting patient care needs like cleaning, walking, and feeding
• Helping maintain accurate client and patient records, billing, and estimates
• Demonstrating calm and efficiency during emergency situations
• Assisting with client communication, including phone calls, patient updates, and check-ins
• Presenting estimates and processing payments
• Ensuring a clean, welcoming hospital environment (kennels, treatment areas, exam rooms, etc.)
• Participating in team rounds to ensure continuity of care
• Providing top-tier customer service with empathy and professionalism
• Contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their people while working alongside a dedicated, supportive team. Help us shape the future of emergency and specialty veterinary care in Nova Scotia!

For more information about our hospital, please visit: https://www.maritimevet.ca/


Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Healthoffers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Healthis an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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