Animal Health Technologist

City of Delta; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Delta is seeking an Auxiliary Animal Health Technologist. This position involves assessing animal health, providing medical treatment, and collaborating with veterinarians. Candidates must be detail-oriented and organized, with a diploma in animal health technology and experience in animal care.

Benefits

Benefits including statutory holidays

12% in lieu of vacation leave

Qualifications

• Registered with the BC Veterinary Technologists Association.
• Experience in administering tests, medications, and treatments for animals.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the health and well-being of animals in the facility.
• Provide routine examinations and treatments; triage injuries.
• Liaise with veterinarians to ensure proper care and nutrition.

Skills

Animal Care

Detail Oriented

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma

2 year diploma in animal health technology

Job description

The City of Delta is looking for an auxiliary for our Animal Health Technologist position. This is an auxiliary/casual opportunity with no guarantee of weekly hours. In addition, the Animal Health Technologist will be required to work non-standard hours including evenings and weekends.

The Animal Health Technologist will evaluate the health and well-being of animals in the facility; provide routine examinations and treatments; triage injuries and conditions; determine the need for veterinary consultations or referrals; and liaise with veterinarians to ensure that animals are receiving necessary care and nutrition. The incumbent will also serve as a resource to staff on matters related to animal health and well-being and recommend revised protocols.

The successful candidate will be organized, outgoing, and detail oriented.

Requirements:

• A high school diploma supplemented by completion of a 2 year diploma program in animal health technology, plus related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Registered and in good standing with the BC Veterinary Technologists Association
• Experience providing care to animals including administering tests, medications and treatments
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Have a valid Class 5 driver’s licence and use of you own personal vehicle is required

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued, and celebrated.

The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $31.66 - $37.20 per hour (consummate with experience) plus 12% in lieu of vacation leave, benefits, and statutory holidays.