ER RVT: Critical Care & Growth Opportunities

Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association (EVTA); Hospital; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

Continuing Education allowance + paid

Signing bonus

Relocation allowance

RRSP matching

Hospital discounts

uniforms

Job summary

Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital in Halifax, NS is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our ER team. This role emphasizes emergency medicine, critical care, and collaborative patient management in a fast-paced hospital.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, computer-literate, and capable of multi-tasking during high-stress situations. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, CE allowances, and relocation assistance for out-of-town

Qualifications

• Graduate from a licensed Veterinary Technician program.
• Completed the VTNE.
• In good standing or able to license with provincial boards (NSVMA, EVTA).
• Able to perform physically demanding work (lifting up to 50 pounds) and continuous motion.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients and assess vitals to determine stability.
• Induction, maintenance, and recovery of companion animals.
• Calculate CRIs, drug doses, and fluid plans.
• Place IV/catheter and arterial lines; monitor anesthetized patients.
• Complete treatment plans and patient discharges with client communication.
• Fill and review prescriptions and manage medications.

Skills

Triage & critical care

Induction & recovery

Medication knowledge

Client communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary Technician degree

Tools

Imaging equipment

Central lines setup

Job description

Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital in Halifax, NS is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our ER team. This role emphasizes emergency medicine, critical care, and collaborative patient management in a fast-paced hospital.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, computer-literate, and capable of multi-tasking during high-stress situations. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, CE allowances, and relocation assistance for out-of-town