Veterinary Technician: Canada Summer Jobs (Contract FT - 8 wks)
Ottawa Humane Society•Ottawa, ON
•CA$27 - CA$33•Onsite
About The Position
The Veterinary Technician: Animal Care is responsible for the health and well-being of Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) and other animals in the shelter, including providing medical assessments and interventions.
Requirements
- Veterinary Technician diploma from a recognized college
- Professional working proficiency in spoken English and limited working proficiency in written English is required
- Must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
- Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
- Must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
Nice To Haves
- Registration with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians preferred
Responsibilities
- Monitor and ensure the emotional and physical health of OHS animals
- Provide medical animal assessment services
- Administer prescribed treatments and other medical and diagnostic interventions
- Provide education, information and support to OHS clients
- Track and ensure closure on all OHS animal files
- Ensure accuracy of data entered into Chameleon
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of social, environmental and cultural issues relating to animal health and welfare
- Support the activities of coworkers, volunteers, students and work placements and provide orientation and training as required
- Be thoroughly familiar with pertinent legislation, regulations, guidelines, OHS policies, procedures, collective agreement, and good animal care practices
- Produce and maintain accurate reports, records, and files
- Participate in supervision, evaluation, training and other meetings as required
- Participate in the identification and evaluation of OHS program goals and objectives
- Participate in professional development opportunities
- Represent the OHS in a professional manner
- Participate in public relations and promotional activities as required
- May be required to assume some of the responsibilities of Supervisor: Kennel
Benefits
- Accommodation for applicants with disabilities in our recruitment processes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
