Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity and has been operating for 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario; we value all animals and advocate to treat them with respect and kindness. We strive to keep pets and families together and do so through a variety of community support services.

Opportunity

Position: We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant, to provide care for animals within our Mobile Wellness Spay/Neuter clinic setting in Sudbury, ON. This will include supporting the compassionate set up and pre- and post-op requirements of each animal. Veterinary Assistants ensure a healthy environment for all our residents via routine grooming, housekeeping, and disinfection, and assist in booking and providing care instructions. Although essential animal care and associated activities are the primary focus for this role, customer service and related client administrative duties are paramount to the clinic and therefore to the success of this position.

Status: Full-time or Part-time, Permanent.

Location: This role works onsite at the Sudbury Mobile Wellness Spay/Neuter Clinic, Sudbury ON

A Typical Day

· Booking clients into Mobile Veterinary Clinic

· Greeting clients and answering general inquiries regarding pre and post-op care

· Providing pre and post op care to the animals in our trust, under the direction of the RVT’s and Veterinarians

· Recording relevant information about animals, including weight and types of medication given

· General housekeeping and/or disinfection of the clinic including sterilization of hospital/medical equipment, cleaning floors and counter tops, crates etc.

· Assist in preparing for, setting up, and tearing down mobile clinic locations

· Maintain, clean, and sterilize hospital/medical equipment

· Maintain sterility of surgical environment and self as needed

· Clean and disinfect cages, rooms, and surrounding areas

· General housekeeping and/or disinfection of clinic/centre, including cleaning floors and

counter tops Clean and disinfect cages, rooms, and surrounding areas

· Maintain inventory and ordering of mobile unit supplies

· Prepares mobile unit for operating including packing equipment, unloading, and setting up unit

· Assists in closing down mobile unit and returning supplies to Provincial Office storage

Why You Should Join Our Team?

· Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!

· Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits (For permanent full-time employees)

· Employee Family Assistance Program

· Paid sick time (For permanent full-time employees)

· 3 weeks of vacation after 3 years of service

· Predictable day time hours

· Onsite parking

Do You Have What it Takes?

· Animal care experience

· High School Diploma (or equivalent) required

· Open availability including weekdays, weekends and holidays

· Regular travel required

· Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and pull 45 kg (100 lbs)

· Valid G drivers’ licence with the ability to provide a clear driver’s abstract

· Team player

· Previous clerical training an asset

· Customer service experience an asset

· Certificate or College Diploma in Animal Care or working towards, preferred

We Can’t Wait to Meet You!

Please forward your resume and cover letter to:

Hope Lumbis

Mobile Wellness Clinic Manager

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

Please quote “Vet Assistant Sudbury Mobile” in the subject line.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society provides accommodation during all stages of the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please advise us if you are contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 888-668-7722 .

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $19.80 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• This role requires the ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and control 45 kg (100 lbs). Is this something you'd be comfortable with?
• Do you have the ability to provide a clear drivers abstract?
• This role requires open availability including weekdays, weekends and Holidays. Would this work with your schedule?
• This role will require regular travel throughout Sudbury with our Sudbury Mobile Wellness Clinic. Is this something that would work for you?

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• Animal Care: 1 year (required)
• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
• Clerical: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person