Tartan Tails Veterinary Hospital Dartmouth (formerly the SPCA Veterinary Hospital) is seeking a dedicated RVT to join our team working in a fast-paced, social enterprise Hospital in Dartmouth, NS. This position has a larger focus on surgical procedures but will also require the necessary knowledge and passion needed for interacting with our clients whilst delivering quality wellness services and preventative medicine. There are also opportunities to be involved with a variety of Nova Scotia SPCA programs that focus on giving back to the community such as participating on our surgical mobile unit and dedicated mobile wellness days.

This position starts at $26/hour with additional considerations based on skills and experience. Please see below for more details on skills, requirements, and benefits.

This position offers a way to reconnect with why you chose Veterinary Medicine as your career path, with a variety of unique learning opportunities, quality equipment, onsite continuing education and personal wellness training – and NO WEEKEND SHIFTS!

More and more we hear our surrounding communities’ place value on “shopping local”, and that is why we pride ourselves on having the resources of a locally owned organization that has a name is steeped in Nova Scotian history, with a family veterinary feeling. Our team promotes and fosters education in a supportive learning environment with student rotations and volunteer placements.

Employment benefits include CE package and dues covered, pet supply and veterinary services discounts, health and dental package, RRSP match, and weekday hours (no weekends or on call).

How to Apply

Interested applicants are asked to submit their resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations directly via Indeed, or to resumes@spcans.ca with “RVT – Dartmouth” in the subject line. As a part of our hiring process, we require applicants to complete behavioural and cognitive assessments. You will be sent links along with screening questions after submitting your resume.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position, however, only those selected for screening will be contacted.

Nova Scotia SPCA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, or disability. SPCA provides a competitive salary and a rewarding work environment. Preference will be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. We encourage applicants to self-identify.

Skills

  • Patient prep, monitoring anesthesia and patient recovery
  • Perform dental scaling
  • Providing education to pet owners
  • Taking radiographs
  • Cleaning and maintaining of surgical equipment
  • Companion animal restraint and phlebotomy
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience with Veterinary software, creating bills, and maintaining patient records
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Works well and collaborates in a team-based environment
  • Knowledge of animal behavior
  • Knowledge on performing diagnostics on a variety of laboratory equipment

Position Requirements

  • Graduate from a licensed Veterinary Technician Program
  • Completion of VTNE
  • Licensed with provincial licensing boards
  • Prior experience in a clinical or veterinary hospital setting would be considered an asset

Physical Requirements

  • Position requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.

Benefits

  • Monday to Friday work week, either a condensed 4-day week or a 5-day week based on hospital needs.
  • CE package
  • Paid sick time
  • Licensing and dues paid
  • Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits Package
  • Scrubs provided
  • Discounts for veterinary services, pet food, and at our thrift store locations.
  • Employee Assistance program

Hours of Work

Work week can be flexible to work within applicants schedule but will be set consistent times each week, some flexibility may be required for occasional vacation coverage. Full time role scheduled hours range between 32 to 40 hours 4 to 5 days per week, with a set schedule to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Please note there is some option for travel that can be discussed if interested.

Nova Scotia SPCA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, or disability. SPCA provides a competitive salary and a rewarding work environment. Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. We encourage applicants to self-identify.