Ethos Veterinary Health·Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Develop and implement customized rehabilitation treatment plans and home exercise programs for animal patients. Perform technical veterinary tasks and maintain specialized rehabilitation equipment while educating clients on patient care.
Veterinary Technician, Rehabilitation | $29–$34/hour | Up to $2,500 Sign-On Bonus Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Schedule: Full-Time | 36 hours per week Compensation: $29–$34/hour + Up to $2,500 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance Available
Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre (MVESC) is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician, Rehabilitation to join our growing specialty animal hospital in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. This is an opportunity for a Veterinary Technician passionate about rehabilitation medicine, mobility support, and improving quality of life for patients.
We welcome certified rehabilitation professionals as well as candidates currently completing a rehabilitation certification program (CCRT, CCRA, CCRP, or CCAT) who are excited to grow within a collaborative specialty medicine environment.
Compensation $29-$34/hour, based on experience and skill level Up to $2,500 Sign-On Bonus Relocation Assistance Available Full-Time Benefits: Relocation Reimbursement! Opportunities for career advancement and continuing education Supportive work culture fostering collaboration and growth CE Allowance + Uniform Allowance Paid Time Off & Sick Time Shift & Holiday Premiums Medical/Dental/Vision RRSP with employer match Disability & Life Insurance Schedule 36 hours per week Some evening and weekend shifts may be required based on hospital needs
Obtain and review detailed patient histories through medical records and client interviews Develop strong relationships with clients while providing education and support throughout treatment plans Demonstrate therapeutic exercises and educate owners on home care programs including PROM, massage, and stretching techniques Assign and monitor customized home exercise programs using rehabilitation software Maintain accurate and detailed medical records Communicate effectively with veterinarians, team members, referring clinics, and clients Create treatment estimates and manage billing and invoicing accurately Assist with filling medications and herbal prescriptions prior to discharge Perform client follow-up communications for ongoing and discharged patients Clean, stock, and maintain rehabilitation treatment areas and equipment Maintain underwater treadmill systems and rehabilitation facilities Promote a positive, collaborative hospital culture Support rehabilitation appointments and treatments as directed Perform technical veterinary skills such as venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, digital radiography, and monitoring sedated patients when needed Additional duties as assigned
Veterinary Rehabilitation certification (CCRT, CCRA, CCRP, CCAT) or currently enrolled in a rehabilitation certification program Minimum one year of experience working in veterinary rehabilitation preferred Experience with underwater treadmill therapy Experience performing massage and stretching techniques Experience utilizing Class 3B or Class 4 laser therapy Experience with NMES and TENS therapies Experience developing and implementing therapeutic exercise programs Strong knowledge of anatomy, musculature, and orthopedic or neurologic conditions Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Strong client communication and relationship-building abilities Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment Comfortable working on the floor with patients for more than 50% of the workday Ability to support and assist patients, including large and giant breed dogs Experience with positive reinforcement training techniques or interest in pursuing additional education in this area 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.
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.
Requires a veterinary rehabilitation certification (CCRT, CCRA, CCRP, or CCAT) or current enrollment in such a program. Preference is given to candidates with at least one year of experience in veterinary rehabilitation and proficiency in therapeutic modalities.
Market context
In Nova Scotia, administration roles tied to radiology and imaging support are often competitive because employers look for candidates who can coordinate patient flow, documentation, and clinical communication while meeting strict credentialing standards. For this role, the requirements include graduation from an approved Radiological Technology school, registration with NSCMIRTP and CAMRT, and current Basic Life Support certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare the signing bonus, relocation assistance, wellness programs, and enhanced benefits against your credentials and priorities.
