Veterinary Technician, Emergency - RVT | $28–$34/hourLocation: Dartmouth, Nova ScotiaSchedule: CasualCompensation: $28–$34/hour + $3/hour Overnight Shift PremiumMaritime 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 prospect 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 premiumScheduleCasual scheduleResponsibilitiesAs 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 needUtilize advanced Veterinary Technician skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, radiography, patient preparation and recovery, and anesthesia monitoringProvide attentive nursing care for critical, non-ambulatory, and trauma patients, including monitoring and physiotherapy when appropriateAssist with ER triage, patient assessments, emergency procedures, and patient advocacyObtain and review detailed patient histories while communicating effectively with clients during high‐stress situationsMaintain accurate medical records and collaborate closely with veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and the broader care teamProvide client updates, review treatment plans, and explain medical procedures with clarity and compassionPrepare treatment estimates, review them with pet owners, and support billing and invoicing processesContribute to team initiatives and departmental projects that improve emergency care and patient outcomesFoster positive relationships with colleagues, clients,



and the community through teamwork and professionalismQualificationsRegistered Veterinary Technician (RVT) requiredLicensed 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 CareExperience with inpatient care, laboratory procedures, radiology, and critical thinking in urgent situationsStrong technical skills with a passion for emergency and specialty medicineCompassionate team player who thrives in a collaborative animal hospital environmentStrong communication skills with the ability to build trust with clients and team membersDetail‐oriented, dependable, and motivated to continue learning and growingFluent English speaking and reading skills requiredAbout MVESCLocated 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 Featuring24/7 Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Exotics, Acupuncture, Rehabilitation, Chiropractic, and CardiologyFour Surgical Suites, ICU, Endoscopy, and UltrasoundOn-site Rehabilitation Suite with Underwater TreadmillGE Revolution EVO 128-Slice CT ScannerSiemens Espree 1.5 Tesla MRIWhy Join MVESC?Work in a state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospitalJoin a collaborative team that values your ideas and expertiseHelp shape the future of a growing Surgery serviceExpand your skills in anesthesia, specialty medicine,



and advanced patient careBuild a rewarding career while enjoying Nova Scotia's exceptional quality of lifeSurrounding AreasMVESC attracts talented Veterinary Technicians from throughout Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada, including:Halifax, NS & Dartmouth, NSBedford, NS & Sackville, NSCole Harbour, NS & Eastern Passage, NSTimberlea, NS & Fall River, NSTantallon, NS & Truro, NSNew Glasgow, NS & Kentville, NSBridgewater, NS & Moncton, NBFredericton, NB & Saint John, NBCharlottetown, PEIConsidering 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 HealthEthos 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.Join UsAt Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.Equal Opportunity EmployerEthos 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Registered Veterinary Technician, Casual (Shubenacadie)
🏢 Ethos Veterinary Health
📍 Shubenacadie