P3 Veterinary Partners

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

P3 Veterinary Partners  •  Halifax, CA (Onsite)  •  18 days ago
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Job Description

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.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • 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

Education

  • 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

Total Compensation

  • 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!
P3 Veterinary Partners

About P3 Veterinary Partners

We are a veterinary practice group that connects Pets, People, and Practice to help you offer unparalleled care in your community. Our Canada-wide, community-based practices enjoy the resources and capabilities of a large company combined with the personality and flexibility of an independently owned hospital. P3 Veterinary Partners serves communities across Canada, providing high standards of veterinary health care in Western Canada, the Prairies, and Central and Atlantic Canada.

We are pet focused. We do what is best for the pet. We are there when our patients need us.

We value our clients and community. We provide exceptional client service and create positive, memorable experiences. We are action and solution oriented. We are transparent and explain procedures and care options in terms clients understand. We develop lasting relationships with our clients and support the care of their pets together. We are active in and give back to our community.

We act as one team. We combine our efforts to achieve common goals. We perform through teamwork and are supportive of each other’s well-being.

We value respect. We are relationship oriented, thoughtful, and accountable. We honour and promote diversity and inclusion.

We value honesty. We are constructive and truthful. We are trusting and trustworthy, making decisions confidently based on facts.

We value collaboration and continuous improvement. We collaborate, learn, and strive to be better together every day. We proactively seek out opportunities to improve in medicine, business, and patient, client, and team experiences.

For career or partnership opportunities, or to learn more about how we facilitate a connection between Pets, People, and Practice, visit www.p3vetpartners.ca. With our growing family of hospitals across Canada, there’s always a new opportunity with P3 for DVMs, RVTs, and hospital managers.

Industry
Veterinary & Animal Care
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Oakville, CA
Year Founded
2015
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