Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Emergency & Critical Care RVT at P3 Veterinary Partners

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
VeterinaryIndustries

Requirements

  • Graduate from a licensed Veterinary Technician program
  • Completed the VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Exam)
  • 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
  • Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician with passion for emergency medicine
  • Attention to detail and self-starter abilities
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong computer literacy, multi-tasking, and time management skills
  • Critical thinking, problem-solving, and efficient communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Triage patients by assessing vital signs to determine stable vs. critical
  • Perform induction, maintenance, and recovery of companion animals (anesthesia/sedation)
  • Demonstrate knowledge of common and emergent medications
  • Perform placement and maintenance of intravenous catheters, arterial catheters, and central lines
  • Calculate CRIs, fluid additives, and drug doses
  • Manage 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
  • Fill and review prescriptions
  • Handle patient discharges and client communications

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

TriageAnesthesia InductionAnesthesia MaintenanceAnesthesia RecoveryEmergency MedicationsCatheter PlacementIV CathetersArterial CathetersCentral LinesDrug CalculationsCRIFluid TherapyFluid PumpsPatient MonitoringLaboratory DiagnosticsImaging

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this RVT position?

The role includes comprehensive health benefits with medical, dental, and vision premiums paid by the clinic, professional services coverage, enhanced mental health support, CE allowance with paid leave, RRSP matching, wellness spending account, paid vacation, sick days, uniform allowance, signing bonus, and relocation allowance.

Is this RVT role remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What are the key requirements to qualify as an RVT here?

Candidates must be a graduate from a licensed Veterinary Technician program, have completed the VTNE, hold licensing in good standing or be able to license with NSVMA or EVTA, and be able to perform physically demanding work including lifting up to 50 pounds.

What is the salary for this emergency RVT position?

The job offers a competitive wage rate, but specific details are not provided.

What kind of candidate stands out for this RVT role?

Strong candidates are experienced, collaborative individuals with a passion for emergency medicine, attention to detail, self-starter abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment, plus strong computer literacy, multi-tasking, time management, critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

P3 Veterinary Partners

Veterinary practice group providing operational support

About P3 Veterinary Partners

P3 Veterinary Partners operates in the Canadian veterinary services market, connecting pets, their owners, and veterinary practices. The company offers partnership models that provide financial security and reduce administrative burdens for veterinarians, allowing them to focus on pet care. By offering mentorship, medical advisory services, and community initiatives, P3 Veterinary Partners ensures high standards of care while helping practices improve their operational efficiency and profitability. The goal is to enhance the veterinary industry by maintaining the independence and unique character of each practice.

Oakville, CanadaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Relocation Assistance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development Budget
Wellness Program

Risks

Telemedicine platforms may reduce foot traffic to physical clinics.
Rising costs of veterinary supplies could squeeze profit margins for partner practices.
Shortage of qualified veterinary professionals in Canada may lead to staffing challenges.

Differentiation

P3 Veterinary Partners combines large organization resources with independent hospital flexibility.
They offer tailored partnership models for veterinary professionals at different career stages.
Their mentorship and community involvement initiatives ensure high standards of pet care.

Upsides

Telemedicine in veterinary care enhances client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
AI diagnostics offer faster, accurate results, improving patient outcomes and operations.
Rising pet insurance adoption leads to increased spending on veterinary services.

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