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Registered Veterinary Technician, Casual

Ethos Veterinary Health·Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

$28 - $34/hr·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

Provide high-level nursing care and stabilization for urgent and critical veterinary patients in a fast-paced emergency setting. Manage client communications, treatment estimates, and collaborate with veterinarians to ensure patient safety and comfort.

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Veterinary Technician, Emergency - RVT | $28–$34/hour Location

  • Dartmouth,
  • Nova
  • Scotia
  • Schedule:
  • Casual
  • Compensation: $28–$34/hour + $3/hour Overnight Shift Premium

Maritime 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 opportunity 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 premium
  • Schedule
  • Casual schedule

Responsibilities

  • As 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 need
  • Utilize advanced Veterinary Technician skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, radiography, patient preparation and recovery, and anesthesia monitoring
  • Provide attentive nursing care for critical, non-ambulatory, and trauma patients, including monitoring and physiotherapy when appropriate
  • Assist with ER triage, patient assessments, emergency procedures, and patient advocacy
  • Obtain and review detailed patient histories while communicating effectively with clients during high-stress situations
  • Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate closely with veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and the broader care team
  • Provide client updates, review treatment plans, and explain medical procedures with clarity and compassion
  • Prepare treatment estimates, review them with pet owners, and support billing and invoicing processes
  • Contribute to team initiatives and departmental projects that improve emergency care and patient outcomes
  • Foster positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community through teamwork and professionalism

Qualifications

  • Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required
  • Licensed 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 Care
  • Experience with inpatient care, laboratory procedures, radiology, and critical thinking in urgent situations
  • Strong technical skills with a passion for emergency and specialty medicine
  • Compassionate team player who thrives in a collaborative animal hospital environment
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust with clients and team members
  • Detail-oriented, dependable, and motivated to continue learning and growing
  • Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About MVESC Located 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 featuring

  • 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Exotics, Acupuncture, Rehabilitation, Chiropractic, and Cardiology
  • Four Surgical Suites, ICU, Endoscopy, and Ultrasound
  • On-site Rehabilitation Suite with Underwater Treadmill
  • GE Revolution EVO 128-Slice CT Scanner
  • Siemens Espree 1.5 Tesla MRI

Why Join MVESC?

  • Work in a state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital
  • Join a collaborative team that values your ideas and expertise
  • Help shape the future of a growing Surgery service
  • Expand your skills in anesthesia, specialty medicine, and advanced patient care
  • Build a rewarding career while enjoying Nova Scotia's exceptional quality of life
  • Surrounding Areas MVESC attracts talented Veterinary Technicians from throughout Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada, including:
  • Halifax, NS & Dartmouth, NS
  • Bedford, NS & Sackville, NS
  • Cole Harbour, NS & Eastern Passage, NS
  • Timberlea, NS & Fall River, NS
  • Tantallon, NS & Truro, NS
  • New Glasgow, NS & Kentville, NS
  • Bridgewater, NS & Moncton, NB
  • Fredericton, NB & Saint John, NB
  • Charlottetown, PEI

Considering 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 Health Ethos 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 Us At 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 Employer Ethos 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.

Requirements

Requires licensure as a Registered Veterinary Technician with the EVTA and NSVMA. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, preferably in emergency or critical care.

  • professional certificate
  • Nursing Care
  • Radiography
  • Venipuncture
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • Client Communication
  • Critical Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Emergency Medicine
  • IV Catheter Placement
  • Patient Triage
  • Medical Record Maintenance
  • Billing And Invoicing

Benefits

  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical Insurance
  • Sick Time
  • 401k With Employer Match

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$28 - $34/hr
Location
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Posted
May 4, 2026
Closes
Aug 2, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for...

Salary listed on 18 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Casual RVT roles in Nova Scotia

Registered Veterinary Technician roles in Nova Scotia are often shaped by clinic coverage needs, with casual shifts commonly used to support busy schedules and urgent care demand. These positions are competitive because employers typically want EVTA and NSVMA licensure plus at least 2 years of experience, ideally in emergency or critical care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your availability for flexible shifts and highlight any ER or critical care experience in your application.

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