Veterinary Technician, RVT, Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Eastern Passage; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP match (5%)

CE allowance

Paid time off for education

Pet care discounts

Wellness & mental health resources

Job summary

Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full- or part-time RVT to join a collaborative team in a renovated, bright facility located 15 minutes from Dartmouth, NS. The role emphasizes high-standard medical, surgical and dental care with an emphasis on work-life balance and community service.

New grads are welcome. The hospital offers flexible scheduling, ongoing professional development and generous pet care discounts within a supportive clinic culture.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program with eligibility for registration in the applicable province.
• Strong knowledge of patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology and clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to safely restrain animals and handle medical equipment.
• Willingness to mentor new graduates and support team training.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries and dental procedures.
• Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications, fluids and treatments.
• Collect and process blood, urine and other lab samples.
• Educate clients on medications, treatments and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and inventory.
• Support the team to deliver exceptional patient and client experience.
• Mentor new graduates and assistants.
• Assist with 8+ scheduled and walk-in appointments per day.

Skills

Patient care

Anesthesia

Pharmacology

Clinical procedures

Venipuncture

IV catheter

Laboratory procedures

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Vet technician program completion with provincial registration eligibility

Job description

Veterinary Technician, RVT

Location: Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia

Schedule: Flexible, call to discuss

Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time

Compensation: $22.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience

New Grads Welcome!

Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital welcomes a Full-time or Part-time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative team. We are nestled just 15 minutes from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, in our renovated, bright, and expanded hospital.

What You Will Do

• Clinical & Surgical Assistance: Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries, and medical procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, pain management, and surgical and dental procedures.
• Comprehensive Patient Care: Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed. Collect and process blood, urine, cytology, and other laboratory samples.
• Client Education & Compassionate Support: Educate and communicate with clients on medications, treatments, nutrition, preventive care, and at-home patient care.
• Medical Records: Maintain accurate patient files, medical logs and inventory.
• Team Collaboration: Work with team members to deliver an exceptional patient and client experience.
• Team Training: Support, train, and mentor new graduates, including Veterinary Assistants.
• Patient Appointments: Assist with 8+ scheduled and walk-in appointments per day.

What You Will Bring

• Completion of a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program, with eligibility for registration in the applicable province.
• Strong knowledge of patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and clinical procedures.
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures and patient assessment.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain animals using appropriate techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to animal care.
• Commitment to continuing education and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and schedules.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role.
• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future.
• Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days.
• Annual CE Allowance.
• Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options.
• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance.
• Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.
• Various career development pathways.
• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app.

Our hospital: Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital has proudly served our community since 1999. Our newly renovated, bright, and expanded facility provides high-standard medical, surgical, and dental care. Located only 15 minutes from Dartmouth, we offer the charm of East Coast living near the ocean with an easy commute from anywhere in Halifax Regional Municipality. Exceptional Work-Life Balance: No on-call, no overnights, no Sundays, and no holiday shifts (supported by nearby 24/7 emergency referral clinics). We are a friendly, fun-loving, collaborative team dedicated to positive clinic culture, mutual support, and exceptional patient care.

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Pl