Veterinary Assistant, Emergency | $19–$26/hourLocation:Dartmouth, Nova ScotiaSchedule:Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts per weekCompensation:$19–$26/hour + $3/hour Shift PremiumMaritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre (MVESC) is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant, Emergency to join our growing Emergency & Specialty animal hospital in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. This role is ideal for a compassionate, motivated team member who wants to support advanced veterinary medicine while helping pets and families during critical moments.As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant at MVESC, you'll work alongside veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in a fast-paced environment while developing your skills in patient care, client communication, and emergency medicine.Compensation$19–$26/hour based on skill level and assessment$3/hour shift premiumWeekday premium shifts: 7:00 p.M. – 7:00 a.M.Weekend premium shifts: Friday 7:00 p.M. – Monday 7:00 a.M.Full-Time BenefitsRelocation Reimbursement!Opportunities for career advancement and continuing educationSupportive work culture fostering collaboration and growthCE Allowance + Uniform AllowancePaid Time Off & Sick TimeShift & Holiday PremiumsMedical/Dental/VisionRRSP with employer matchDisability & Life InsuranceScheduleThree 12-hour shifts per weekIncludes a mix of day, evening, and overnight hoursFlexibility required to support hospital scheduling needsResponsibilitiesAs an Emergency Veterinary Assistant, you'll support patient care, hospital operations, and the veterinary team while helping deliver an exceptional experience for pets and their families.Assist veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians with patient care and daily treatmentsSupport diagnostic procedures, radiographs, and IV setupsCollect samples and assist with operation and maintenance of laboratory equipmentProvide compassionate animal handling and restraint for patients with various needs and temperamentsAssist with patient care needs including cleaning, walking, feeding, and comfort measuresHelp maintain accurate client and patient records, estimates, and billing informationDemonstrate calm,



organized support during emergency situationsAssist with client communication including phone calls, patient updates, and check-insHelp present estimates and process payments when neededMaintain a clean and welcoming hospital environment, including kennels, treatment areas, and exam roomsParticipate in team rounds to support continuity of patient careProvide excellent customer service with empathy and professionalismContribute to a positive, collaborative team cultureQualificationsPrevious veterinary hospital experience preferredEmergency veterinary experience is an assetPassion for providing compassionate patient care and client supportComfortable handling dogs and cats of various sizes, conditions, and temperamentsStrong communication, teamwork, and organizational skillsAbility to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced emergency animal hospital environmentWillingness to learn and grow within emergency and specialty veterinary medicinePositive attitude with a collaborative, team-focused approachFluent 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 Current 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 AreasHalifax, 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.

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