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As a Veterinary Assistant, you will be responsible for performing duties that ensure quality care and treatment of all animals. Primary duties include:
- Clean and disinfect shelter, animal cages/kennels, garage, wards and other equipment (for example: cat traps). This includes moving cats/dogs from dirty cages/kennels to clean ones; removing feces, leftover food, and food/water dishes; and using a pressure washer and floor scrubber while following cleaning and disinfecting protocols.
- Operate a dishwasher and laundry washer and dryer to clean food dishes and dirty laundry.
- Provide food, water, treats/enrichment, and litter to the animals in the care of Animal Services Centre.
- Monitor if animals ate or drank an appropriate amount of food or water on a daily basis. As well as noting if an animal has eliminated an appropriate amount of feces or urine.
- Report unusual findings by documenting them into the Chameleon database and communicate with the Animal Health Technologists and/or Veterinarian.
- Handle dogs and cats to move from one kennel to another or take dogs to outside exercise compounds.
- Book animals on intake, including: computer work, vaccinating, determining age and sex, and noting any visible health concerns.
Qualifications
- A High School Diploma or equivalency (e.g. GED) and more than 2 years of experience in a vet clinic or animal shelter setting.
- Experience with animal handling within the last 5 years is required.
- Certificate as a Veterinary Technician Assistant will be an asset.
- Previous experience using the Chameleon database will also be an asset.
- Success in this position requires strong communication skills and excellent team working and organizational skills.
Working Conditions: This position includes exposure to animals that may be unpredictable, animal urine, feces, blood, vomit, and disinfectant chemicals. Must be able to lift up to 22.7 kg (50 pounds).
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Pre-employment Drug Test:An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.
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