Compassionate Animal Care Attendant | Veterinary Support

Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary; King; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Free staff meals

Paid vacation and sick days

Employee appreciation events

GRSP

Job summary

Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary in King City, Ontario is seeking a dedicated Animal Care Attendant to support our medical team and RVTs. Primary responsibilities include preparing meals, processing in-house bloodwork, assisting with treatments, feeding, and ensuring a clean, organized workspace in a fast-paced shelter environment.

The ideal candidate has 2 years of veterinary assistant experience, may have shelter experience, holds a valid G license with access to a vehicle, and can lift up to 50

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant is required.
• Shelter experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of Avimark is an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License (G) and access to a vehicle is required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Preparing meals and feeding animals.
• Assisting RVTs with treatments and medication.
• Processing in-house bloodwork.
• Transporting dogs to and from appointments (locally and within the GTA).
• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace in a fast-paced environment.
• Walking medical and/or post-surgical dogs.
• Providing rehabilitation for pre- and post-surgical orthopedic cases.
• Conducting monthly body checks.
• Administering heartworm, flea, and tick treatments.
• Managing tag licensing and calculating food requirements.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Physical ability

Driver’s license

Tools

Avimark

Job description

Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary in King City, Ontario is seeking a dedicated Animal Care Attendant to support our medical team and RVTs. Primary responsibilities include preparing meals, processing in-house bloodwork, assisting with treatments, feeding, and ensuring a clean, organized workspace in a fast-paced shelter environment.

The ideal candidate has 2 years of veterinary assistant experience, may have shelter experience, holds a valid G license with access to a vehicle, and can lift up to 50