Specialty Veterinary Technician Assistant

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

Job summary

A veterinary specialty center in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant. This role involves providing compassionate care for pets while assisting with diagnostics, client communications, and maintaining a clean environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about animal welfare and can thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits starting on day one.

Benefits

Continuing Education Allowance

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Employee Pet Discount

Qualifications

• Passion for providing high-quality animal care.
• Team-oriented mindset and strong communication skills.
• Experience in a veterinary or animal care setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostic procedures and laboratory equipment.
• Provide animal care including feeding, walking, and cleaning.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage client interactions.

Skills

Compassionate animal handling and restraint

Client communication

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

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

Are you passionate about providing specialized care that helps pets live longer, healthier lives? Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistant to support our Surgery and Neurology teams. Join our collaborative, fast-paced environment where your skills and compassion make a lasting impact on patients and their families every day.

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 premiumWeekdays : 5 : 00 p.m. – 8 : 00 a.m.Weekends : Friday 5 : 00 p.m. – Monday 8 : 00 a.m

Schedule

Targeting four 10-hour shifts per week (days)

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 :

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