ER Veterinary Technician - Relocation & Growth Opportunities

Ethos Veterinary Health; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Reimbursement

Opportunities for career advancement

CE Allowance + Uniform Allowance

Paid Time Off & Sick Time

Shift & Holiday Premiums

Medical/Dental/Vision

RRSP with employer match

Disability & Life Insurance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health’s Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre (MVESC) in Dartmouth, NS is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency to join our 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care team. This full-time role presents a chance to advance ER/CC skills alongside a collaborative, state-of-the-art hospital.

The position seeks an experienced RVT with strong clinical judgment and excellent communication, in a supportive environment that values growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician licensure required with the Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association (EVTA) and Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association (NSVMA).
• 2+ years of Veterinary Technician experience preferred, ideally in ER and/or Critical Care.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Apply Emergency and Critical Care knowledge to help stabilize and treat urgent and critically ill patients.
• Perform Veterinary Technician procedures including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, radiography, patient preparation and recovery, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Provide attentive nursing care for critical, non-ambulatory, and trauma patients, including monitoring and physiotherapy when appropriate.
• Assist with ER triage, patient assessments, emergency procedures, diagnostics, and treatment plans.
• Obtain and review detailed patient histories and communicate effectively with clients during high-stress situations.
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate closely with veterinarians and the broader specialty and emergency care team.
• Advocate for patient comfort and safety throughout hospitalization.
• Provide clients with patient updates and clearly review treatment plans and medical procedures.
• Prepare treatment estimates, review them with pet owners, and support accurate billing and invoicing.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives focused on advancing emergency care and improving patient outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community through teamwork, professionalism, and empathy.

Skills

ER/CC experience

English fluency

Education

RVT license (EVTA/NSVMA)

Job description

Ethos Veterinary Health’s Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre (MVESC) in Dartmouth, NS is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency to join our 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care team. This full-time role presents a chance to advance ER/CC skills alongside a collaborative, state-of-the-art hospital.

The position seeks an experienced RVT with strong clinical judgment and excellent communication, in a supportive environment that values growth and teamwork.