Veterinary Technician Assistant, Emergency
- Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4Y8, Canada
$19 to $26 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Veterinary Technician Assistant, Emergency | $19–$26/hour
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts per week
Compensation: $19–$26/hour + $3/hour Shift Premium
Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre (MVESC) is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician 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 Technician 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
As an Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant, you’ll support patient care, hospital operations, and the veterinary team while helping deliver an exceptional experience for pets and their families.
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:
MVESC attracts talented Veterinary Technicians from throughout Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada, including:
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.
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts per week
Compensation: $19–$26/hour + $3/hour Shift Premium
Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre (MVESC) is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician 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 Technician 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 premium
- Weekday premium shifts: 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
- Weekend premium shifts: Friday 7:00 p.m. – Monday 7:00 a.m.
- 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
- Three 12-hour shifts per week
- Includes a mix of day, evening, and overnight hours
- Flexibility required to support hospital scheduling needs
As an Emergency Veterinary Technician 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 treatments
- Support diagnostic procedures, radiographs, and IV setups
- Collect samples and assist with operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Provide compassionate animal handling and restraint for patients with various needs and temperaments
- Assist with patient care needs including cleaning, walking, feeding, and comfort measures
- Help maintain accurate client and patient records, estimates, and billing information
- Demonstrate calm, organized support during emergency situations
- Assist with client communication including phone calls, patient updates, and check-ins
- Help present estimates and process payments when needed
- Maintain a clean and welcoming hospital environment, including kennels, treatment areas, and exam rooms
- Participate in team rounds to support continuity of patient care
- Provide excellent customer service with empathy and professionalism
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture
- One year previous veterinary hospital experience required
- Emergency veterinary experience is an asset
- Passion for providing compassionate patient care and client support
- Comfortable handling dogs and cats of various sizes, exotics pets, conditions, and temperaments
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
- Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced emergency animal hospital environment
- Willingness to learn and grow within emergency and specialty veterinary medicine
- Positive attitude with a collaborative, team-focused approach
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
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
- Specialty Services offered throughout the week: Surgery, Internal Medicine, Exotics, Acupuncture, Rehabilitation, Chiropractic, Cardiology, and Radiology
- 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
- 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
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
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.
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Responsibilities
Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with emergency patient care, treatments, diagnostics, sample collection, and laboratory tasks, while supporting animal comfort and handling. Maintain patient records and hospital cleanliness, communicate with clients, assist with estimates and payments, and contribute to coordinated, compassionate care.
Requirements
At least one year of veterinary hospital experience is required; emergency veterinary experience is an asset. Candidates should be comfortable handling dogs, cats, and exotic pets, communicate and work well with a team, stay focused in a fast-paced environment, and have fluent English speaking and reading skills.
Skills
- Animal Handling And Restraint
- Patient Care
- Emergency Veterinary Support
- Diagnostic Procedure Support
- Radiography Support
- IV Setup Support
- Sample Collection
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
- Client Communication
- Recordkeeping
- Estimate And Billing Support
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Calmness Under Pressure
Benefits
- Relocation Reimbursement
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Continuing Education Allowance
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Time
- Shift Premiums
- Holiday Premiums
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- RRSP With Employer Match
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Veterinary Emergency Medicine
- Emergency And Critical Care
- Veterinary Patient Care
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Dogs
- Cats
- Exotic Pets
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Radiographs
- IV Setups
- Sample Collection
- Laboratory Equipment
- Patient Records
- Client Communication
- Estimates
- Billing
- Payment Processing
- Kennel Care
- Treatment Areas
- Exam Rooms
- Patient Rounds
- Veterinary Technicians
- Veterinarians
- Customer Service
- Anesthesia
- Specialty Veterinary Medicine