Veterinary Assistant

East Oshawa Animal Hospital (EOAH) is seeking a Full Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Our clinic has been serving the Durham Region since 1955 as a general practice that also offers Ultrasound, Reproductive Services and Cold laser therapy, along with a team of RVT’s contributing to help meet the needs of our Veterinarian's and long-standing clients.

As our ideal candidate, you will:

• Be reliable, punctual and able to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Afternoon availability and rotating Saturdays, with the flexibility to cover on an as needed basis
• Experienced with patient restraint in an animal care setting
• Confident with a positive attitude
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Assisting DVM and RVT with the administration of medication, and restraining dogs and cats for IV placement, ultrasound, x-ray and blood collection
• Ability to identify and report changes in the animal to technicians/doctor
• Proactive to meet the needs of the RVT and DVM
• Provide care for clinic cat and in-hospital patients
• Maintains a sterilized workspace for all cages, runs and related areas
• Stock supplies in treatment and exam rooms
• Preparing medications for patients
• Complete laundry and cleaning duties within the clinic
• Stand for extended periods of time and be able to lift over 40lbs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $16.55 per hour

Expected hours: 27.5 – 33.5 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• animal related: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person