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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Emergency & Critical Care RVT

Canada·HalifaxFull-time or Part-timemid

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Position Overview: Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital is looking for an experienced, collaborative and professional Registered Veterinary Technician with a passion for emergency medicine to join our ER team.

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Position Overview: Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital is looking for an experienced, collaborative and professional Registered Veterinary Technician with a passion for emergency medicine to join our ER team. This position requires a driven individual with attention to detail and who is a self- starter and able to work in a fast paced environment. The ideal candidate must be computer literate and have exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills. Critical thinking and problem- solving skills are crucial; you must be able to multitask, collaborate and communicate with co-workers efficiently, effectively and professionally.

Triage patients, assessing vitals to determine stable vs critical

Induction, maintenance, and recovery of companion animals

Knowledge of common & emergent medications

The ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment

The ability to deliver exceptional client & patient service

Placement and maintenance of intravenous catheters, arterial catheters and central lines

Calculate CRIs, fluid additives and drug doses

Knowledge of fluid pumps and fluid setup, including syringe pumps and CRI administration

Ability to perform Imaging and laboratory diagnostics

Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures under sedation and anesthesia

Complete treatment plans ordered for hospitalized patients

Filling and review prescriptions

Patient discharges and client communications

Graduate from a licensed Veterinary Technician program (required)

Completed the VTNE

In good standing or able to license with provincial licensing boards (NSVMA, EVTA)

Able to perform physically demanding work that requires lifting (up to 50 pounds) and constant motion

A Competitive Wage Rate

A Comprehensive Health Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, & Vision premiums paid by clinic)

Professional Services Coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist, acupuncturist and more)

Enhanced Mental Health Practitioner Coverage

P3 Pawsitive Health & Lifestyle Spending Account

Continuing Education (CE) allowance for advanced professional development plus three days of paid leave to attend CE; RECOVER training, AtDove CE, Fear Free training

RRSP Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Licensing & Membership Dues

Paid Vacation Time

Overnight premium

Paid Sick & Personal Emergency Days

Hospital Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Signing Bonus

Relocation Allowance to assist with moving expenses can be arranged for out-of-town candidates

VTS mentorship

This position has tremendous opportunity for growth and advancement as our hospital grows. We like to work with energetic, motivated, and communicative individuals with a strong desire to make a positive difference in the lives of pets and their people. Come and join our diverse and professional team – we look forward to hearing from you!

About Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital:

Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital is the first emergency and specialty hospital located in beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia. We have specialty departments in Emergency and Critical Care, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Surgery, Anesthesiology and Radiology, with Dentistry coming in 2026.

At Coastal Care VERH, we strive to provide a collaborative and cohesive work environment. We encourage growth, innovation, and continued training. We practice in a rich and rewarding environment where patient care is optimized, and learning is continuous.

Come work with Nova Scotia's first Critical Care specialist and be part of the team that will bring advanced critical care to the pets of Nova Scotia!