Companion Animal Care Technician

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Guelph in Guelph, Ontario, invites applications for a Temporary full-time Veterinary Assistant within the Companion Animal Hospital. The role supports clinicians, RVTs and DVM students, performing animal husbandry, handling, feeding and care while maintaining records and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include restraining and transporting animals, cleaning kennels, stocking supplies and providing administrative support such as billing and medical records management.

Qualifications

• 1 year Veterinary Assistant or Animal Care Certificate or related program.
• Demonstrated proficiency in customer service as well as effective organizational and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers and electronic monitoring equipment would be a benefit.
• Flexibility in scheduling availability is required, including evenings, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with restraining, handling and transporting companion/large animal patients, research and teaching animals.
• Clean and sanitize cages, runs, stalls and ancillary equipment according to established procedures.
• Stock areas with appropriate supplies and maintain equipment logs.
• Ensure animal welfare by providing animal care and husbandry including, cleaning, grooming, feeding and exercising patients following safety protocols.
• Monitor changes in animal behaviour/health and report concerns to RVT or Veterinarian.
• Provide administrative support i.e. billing and organizing medical records and assist with the admission and discharge of client animals.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safety regulations at all times.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

1 year Veterinary Assistant or Animal Care Certificate

Tools

Electronic monitoring equipment

Job description

The University of Guelph in Guelph, Ontario, invites applications for a Temporary full-time Veterinary Assistant within the Companion Animal Hospital. The role supports clinicians, RVTs and DVM students, performing animal husbandry, handling, feeding and care while maintaining records and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include restraining and transporting animals, cleaning kennels, stocking supplies and providing administrative support such as billing and medical records management.