Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant

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

Job summary

Join a fast-paced, compassionate team as an Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant at our state-of-the-art facility in Dartmouth. This role is vital for providing exceptional care to pets, supporting both medical staff and clients, and contributing to a collaborative environment focused on excellence in veterinary medicine.

Benefits

Continuing Education Allowance

Paid Time Off & Sick Time

Holiday & Shift Premiums

RRSP with employer match

Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Pet Discount

Onsite mentorship for VTS certification

Qualifications

• Passionate and team-oriented individual.
• Experience in veterinary settings preferred but not required.
• Ability to handle challenging animal patients with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostic procedures and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Provide animal care and support during emergency situations.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure a clean hospital environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Diagnostic procedures assistance

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Emergency response

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

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
• Paid Time Off & Sick Time
• Holiday & Shift Premiums
• 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 :

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