Animal Care Attendant, Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Toronto is seeking a full-time Animal Care Attendant to support the oncology department. The ideal candidate will assist in patient care, maintain high standards, and provide excellent customer service to pet owners. This role offers a supportive culture with opportunities for growth and various employee benefits including competitive wages and wellness programs.

Benefits

Wellness and Appreciation culture

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Competitive wages

Annual uniform allowance

Exceptional career development

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Rewards

General pet care discounts

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and take on additional duties.
• Ability to maintain high standards of care.
• Experience in patient care and handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist Doctors with procedures including IV and chemotherapy.
• Provide patient care, including walking and feeding.
• Maintain cleanliness in pet areas.

Skills

Customer service skills

Animal handling experience

Ability to work in stressful situations

Teamwork

Job description

Animal Care Attendant, Oncology Location: Scarborough, ON

Employment Type: Full Time

Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital is a busy emergency and referral hospital that is currently looking for an Animal Care Attendant to join our Referral Hospital in our Oncology Department. This full-time opportunity includes a range of responsibilities that directly attributes to the efficient and effective daily operations of the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Doctors and RVTs with appointments & procedures. Including but not limited to: restraint for IV catheter placement, radiographs and chemotherapy
• Patient care: walking, feeding,
• Excellent customer service skills; a positive attitude and the ability for putting pets and pet parents at ease in a sensitive and emotional situations.
• General housekeeping duties; pet holding areas, treatment areas, and common areas
• Willingness to learn and take on additional duties as needed
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to maintain our high standard of care for patients
• Ability to prioritize and having a team focus
• Animal handling experience is an asset

What We Can Offer You!

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in: We have the right fit for you!

• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• Competitive wages and benefits!
• Annual uniform allowance
• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus Rewards
• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

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