Assistant Veterinary Technician - Part-Time

Ottawa Humane Society; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Ottawa Humane Society is seeking a part-time Assistant Veterinary Technician in Ottawa, Ontario. Responsibilities include monitoring animal health, providing medical assessments, and assisting veterinarians and clients. A Veterinary Assistant Certificate or related clinical experience is required, with English proficiency essential.

Evening, holiday and weekend shifts are possible. The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and professional conduct within a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Professional working proficiency in spoken and written English is required.
• Ability to monitor animal health and provide medical assessments.
• Support for clients and coworkers, including training and orientation as needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor animal health and well-being
• Provide medical and general animal assessment services
• Provide prescribed treatments and other medical interventions
• Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians as required
• Assist and support clients as required
• Participate in supervision, evaluation, training and other meetings as required

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Education

Veterinary Assistant Certificate

Clinical experience

Job description

Assistant Veterinary Technician - Part-Time

Part Time AVT Ottawa, ON, CA

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1236

Salary Range: $24.02 To $27.01 Hourly

Job Purpose

The Assistant: Veterinary Technician is responsible for providing a range of services, including medical, for animals in the care of the Ottawa Humane Society.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor animal health and well-being
• Provide medical and general animal assessment services
• Provide prescribed treatments and other medical interventions
• Clean and maintain animal holding areas, facilities, and equipment
• Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians as required
• Assist and support clients as required
• 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

Qualifications

• Veterinary Assistant Certificate, a minimum of one year relevant clinical experience, or a combination thereof
• Professional working proficiency in spoken and written English is required

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to work evening, holiday and weekend shifts
• Employment is conditional upon the ability to provide services in a safe manner, including, but not limited to, lifts and transfers of large animals and interaction with potentially aggressive animals
• Employees will be required to wear a uniform designated by the employer
• Employment is conditional upon maintaining confidentiality of OHS information
• Employment is conditional upon the ability to work around all species of animals safely

The Ottawa Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals of any race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, or other protected characteristic. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities in our recruitment processes. If you are contacted by the OHS regarding a job opportunity, please let us know prior to interview if you require any accommodation.

Employees who have received formal discipline within the last 18 months will not be considered for this position. Notwithstanding this, such employees may submit an appeal in writing to the Manager, Human Resources along with their application within the application period. Please see the OHS Human Resources Policies and Procedures for further information.

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Schedule Information

2-week Alternating Schedule, Summer and Winter schedules

Summer Hours (Jun to Dec) Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun

Week 1 7:30am - 3:00pm Off Off Off 7:30am - 11:30am Off Off

Week 2 7:30am - 3:00pm 12:00pm - 8:30pm Off Off Off 10:00am - 6:30pm Off

Total Biweekly hours (Summer): 34

Shift codes include: TCR, T3, T4, F2

*shift code subject to change based on operational needs

Winter Hours (Jan to Jun) Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun

Week 1 Off Off Off Off 7:30am - 11:30am Off Off

Week 2 7:30am - 11:30am 12:00pm - 8:30pm Off Off Off 10:0am - 6:30pm Off

Total Biweekly hours (Winter): 24

Shift codes include: T3, T4, F2

*shift code subject to change based on operational needs