Registered Veterinary Technician (Veterinary
About The Position
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with a passion for shelter medicine to assist in shelter animal care. The Ontario SPCA operates two spay/neuter clinics, a wellness clinic, SPCA Mobile Animal Wellness Services unit, and hosts MASH-style clinics to bring routine care and spay/neuter services to underserved communities. They also find loving homes for thousands of animals each year at their animal centers across the province. This position is suitable for those who love to work in a fast-paced and structured environment.
Requirements
- Validation of being a Registered Veterinary Technician
- 2-3 years of surgical experience required.
- 1-4 years of experience as a registered veterinary technician, preferably within a high-volume animal clinic
- Passion for shelter medicine
- Available to work weekdays
- Valid G drivers’ license with the ability to provide a clear driver’s abstract
Nice To Haves
- Administrative experience an asset
Responsibilities
- Welcome clients and their pets.
- Assisting veterinarian with animals before, during, and following surgery as well as assisting them with wellness procedures.
- Preparing surgical equipment, administering, and monitoring anaesthetics and post-surgery clean up.
- Handling, restraining, and caring for animals undergoing treatment and surgery using low stress and fear free techniques.
- Preparing and administering medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian.
- Monitoring the recovery of animals’ post-surgery.
- Providing exceptional care for our animals during their stay.
- General administrative duties including booking appointments.
- General house-keeping duties and sterilizing of hospital/medical equipment.
Benefits
- 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 to start!
- Predictable daytime hours
- Free onsite parking
- Discount on Ontario SPCA apparel, Paws & Give merchandise, Virtual pet care, and pet food too!
- Opportunities for professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
