Veterinary Assistant

The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA)•Kamloops, BC

12d•CA$24 - CA$24•Onsite

About The Position

The BC SPCA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for their Kamloops Spay & Neuter Clinic. This is a permanent, full-time position with benefits, offering various shifts. The role involves assisting regular staff and providing vacation/sick relief. Duties are variable and depend on clinic needs and the successful applicant's qualifications. The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, completion of a Veterinary Office Assistant program or comparable experience, a strong knowledge of animals, and excellent computer, communication, and organizational skills. The role is physically demanding, requiring heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling, and the ability to maintain fitness and endurance. The ideal candidate will have experience handling dogs and cats in a professional setting, demonstrated customer service skills, and the ability to adapt to situations and work in a fast-paced environment. Philosophical harmony with the BC SPCA's vision, mission, and strategic directions is essential.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Completion of Veterinary Office Assistant program or comparable veterinary assistant experience
A sound knowledge of animals, their breeds, characteristics and common diseases
Position is physically demanding and includes heavy lifting, pushing and pulling which requires an individual with the ability to maintain a level of fitness and endurance to fulfill the required duties
Strong computer skills (i.e. MS Office Suite) sufficient to deal effectively with the responsibilities and functions of the position
Must possess excellent verbal, written and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Demonstrated excellent telephone and customer service skills
Demonstrated ability to adapt easily to situations at hand
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission and strategic directions of the BC SPCA

Nice To Haves

Experience handling dogs & cats in a professional setting an asset

Responsibilities

Assisting the full time AHT with all aspects of anesthesia including restraint, monitoring, recovery, etc.
Surgical preparation of patients including nail trims, shaving, tattooing, etc.
General patient care, clean up
Cleaning surgical instruments and preparing surgical packs
Assisting veterinarian in surgery if necessary
Re-stocking of supplies in cabinets, drawers, etc.
Assisting to maintain cleanliness of clinic as needed
Doing laundry
Washing/wiping down countertops
Sweeping & mopping floors
Cleaning kennels
Daily clean up duties
Assisting with discharge of surgical patients
Reception duties, such as booking appointments, answering phones, patient check in/out, accepting payments
Ordering supplies
Other duties as necessary to ensure clinic functions