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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 $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.

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 Three 12-hour shifts per week Includes a mix of day, evening, and overnight hours Flexibility required to support hospital scheduling needs Responsibilities 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 Qualifications 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 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 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 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.

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