Veterinary Technician Assistant, Emergency
$39,520–$54,080 year
On-siteDartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, CanadaOn-siteFull Time$39,520–$54,080 yearVeterinaryEnterprise
Full TimeEnterpriseVeterinary
Job Summary
Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care, diagnostic procedures, radiographs, and IV setups while collecting samples and maintaining laboratory equipment. Provide compassionate animal handling, perform cleaning and feeding tasks, and ensure accurate record-keeping and billing information. Demonstrate calm support during emergency situations, manage client communications, and maintain a clean hospital environment. Participate in team rounds to ensure continuity of care.
Required Qualifications
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Desired Qualifications
- Previous veterinary hospital experience preferred
- Emergency veterinary experience is an asset
- Passion for providing compassionate patient care and client support
- Comfortable handling dogs and cats of various sizes, 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
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