Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Emergency & Critical Care RVT
Halifax, Nova ScotiaFull-time or Part-timePosted 11mo ago
About the role
Emergency & Critical Care RVT position at Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital in Halifax, NS. Full-time or part-time on-site role requiring an experienced RVT with a passion for emergency medicine, strong multitasking and communication skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Triage patients, assessing vitals to determine stable vs critical
- Induction, maintenance, and recovery of companion animals
- Knowledge of common & emergent medications
- Work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
- 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
- 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
Qualifications
- 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
Skills
Required:Triage and vitals assessmentVenipuncture and catheter managementMedication calculation and administrationImaging and laboratory diagnosticsAnesthesia monitoring and recoveryClient communication and discharge planning
Benefits
- 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 available for out-of-town candidates
- VTS mentorship
Last updated Jul 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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