Registered Veterinary Technician, Casual

ethosveterinaryhealth; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overnight shift premium

Job summary

MVESC, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician, Emergency - RVT, in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. You will join a fast-paced, collaborative hospital team and apply advanced ER, Critical Care, and anesthesia skills to support patients in critical moments.

Eligible RVTs with 2+ years in ER/CC are encouraged to apply. The role offers a casual schedule and a compensation package including a $28–$34/hour base with a $3/hour overnight shift premium.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) is required.
• Licensed with or eligible for EVTA and NSVMA licensure.
• 2+ years of veterinary experience preferred, ideally in ER/CC.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced patient care in emergency and critical care settings.
• Stabilize and treat urgent and critical patients using ER, CC, and anesthesia skills.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, radiography, patient prep and recovery, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Provide nursing care for critical and trauma patients, including monitoring and physiotherapy when appropriate.
• Assist with ER triage, patient assessments, procedures, and client communication.
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with veterinarians and care team.
• Provide client updates, review treatment plans, and explain procedures clearly.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Critical Care

Anesthesia

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Medication administration

Radiography

Patient preparation and recovery

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

EVTA/Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association licensure/eligibility

Tools

N/A

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Emergency - RVT | $28–$34/hour
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Schedule: Casual
Compensation: $28–$34/hour + $3/hour Overnight Shift Premium

Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre (MVESC) is hiring a Veterinary Technician, Emergency - RVT to join our Emergency & Specialty animal hospital in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. This is an opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Technician to use advanced ER, Critical Care, and anesthesia skills while supporting patients during their most critical moments.

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician at MVESC, you’ll work in a fast-paced specialty hospital alongside a collaborative team committed to exceptional medicine, patient advocacy, and continued learning.

Compensation

• $28–$34/hour based on skill level and assessment
• $3/hour Overnight shift premium

Schedule

• Casual schedule

Responsibilities

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you’ll play a critical role in delivering advanced patient care while supporting urgent and critical cases.

• Apply your expertise in emergency medicine, Critical Care, and anesthesia to stabilize and treat patients in urgent need
• Utilize advanced Veterinary Technician skills 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, and patient advocacy
• Obtain and review detailed patient histories while communicating effectively with clients during high-stress situations
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate closely with veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and the broader care team
• Provide client updates, review treatment plans, and explain medical procedures with clarity and compassion
• Prepare treatment estimates, review them with pet owners, and support billing and invoicing processes
• Contribute to team initiatives and departmental projects that improve emergency care and patient outcomes
• Foster positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community through teamwork and professionalism

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required
• Licensed with or eligible for licensure through the Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association (EVTA) and Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association (NSVMA)
• 2+ years of veterinary experience preferred, ideally in ER and/or Critical Care
• Experience with inpatient care, laboratory procedures, radiology, and critical thinking in urgent situations
• Strong technical skills with a passion for emergency and specialty medicine
• Compassionate team player who thrives in a collaborative animal hospital environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust with clients and team members
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and motivated to continue learning and growing
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About MVESC

Located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, MVESC's 24,000-square-foot hospital is setting a new standard for emergency and specialty veterinary medicine throughout Atlantic Canada.

Our mission is to deliver the highest standard of compassionate, comprehensive, and advanced veterinary emergency and specialty care to our animal companions.

A new standard of care in Atlantic Canada featuring:

• 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Exotics, Acupuncture, Rehabilitation, Chiropractic, and Cardiology
• Four Surgical Suites, ICU, Endoscopy, and Ultrasound
• On-site Rehabilitation Suite with Underwater Treadmill
• GE Revolution EVO 128-Slice CT Scanner
• Siemens Espree 1.5 Tesla MRI

Why Join MVESC?

• Work in a state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital
• Join a collaborative team that values your ideas and expertise
• Help shape the future of a growing Surgery service
• Expand your skills in anesthesia, specialty medicine, and advanced patient care
• Build a rewarding career while enjoying Nova Scotia's exceptional quality of life

Surrounding Areas

MVESC attracts talented Veterinary Technicians from throughout Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada, including:

• Halifax, NS & Dartmouth, NS
• Bedford, NS & Sackville, NS
• Cole Harbour, NS & Eastern Passage, NS
• Timberlea, NS & Fall River, NS
• Tantallon, NS & Truro, NS
• New Glasgow, NS & Kentville, NS
• Bridgewater, NS & Moncton, NB
• Fredericton, NB & Saint John, NB
• Charlottetown, PEI

Considering Relocating?

Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.