Part-Time Technologist, Animal Care (Contract) (2 Vacancies)

Conestoga College School of Business; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Conestoga College's School of Community Services is seeking a Part-Time Technologist in Animal Care to support veterinary labs at the Doon campus and travel to off-site kennels in the Greater Kitchener-Waterloo area. The role requires an RVT in Ontario and hands-on lab supervision of students.

The position is on-site, up to 16 hours per week during the fall term, with flexible early mornings, mid-day, and evenings to meet program needs. A rabies vaccination proof may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year diploma in Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Technology.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician.
• Must be registered in good standing as an RVT in Ontario.
• Fear Free certification and RECOVER Rescuer CPR certification are assets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with faculty, students and others.
• High-level organizational skills for planning lab activities.
• Self-motivated and creative with lab management.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to lift weighted patient models and travel to off-site locations.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory preparation: prepare models, cadavers, solutions, media, tissue preps, blood and feces; ensure samples are available for labs.
• Student assessment: assist faculty in evaluating lab performance and provide remedial help.
• Laboratory equipment and maintenance: operate equipment and maintain supplies in lab spaces.
• Safety and compliance: enforce safety SOPs and supervise safety for staff and students.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Independent work

Education

Two-year veterinary technician diploma

RVT Registration in Ontario

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time Technologist, Animal Care (Contract) (2 Vacancies)

Requisition #: 26-0224R1

Department: School of Community Services

Payband: J

Starting Rate: $43.97

Hours/Week: Up to 16

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Vacancy Type: Support Staff - Part-time Casual

Position Summary

Casual Part-Time Support Staff, new positions (Immediate need to April 30, 2027)

Conestoga College's Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant programs offer students high-quality, hands-on education in animal health care, preparing graduates to meet the evolving needs of veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, and related settings. These programs, based at our newly renovated Kitchener-Doon campus, are designed to address the growing need for skilled professionals in animal care.

Our programs feature state-of-the-art laboratory facilities where students will engage in hands-on learning experiences. These labs are equipped with realistic animal models and advanced simulation technology, allowing students to develop essential veterinary skills in a controlled environment. Students will participate in various lab activities, including animal anatomy, clinical pathology, and surgical procedures, before applying their knowledge in real-world clinical placements. Students also participate in live animal opportunities to gain experience throughout their curriculum.

We are seeking a Part-Time Technologist to join our team and support these innovative lab experiences. In addition, Part-Time Technologists will supervise students in live animal interactions during their animal husbandry and housing courses. The Technologist, Animal Care plays a crucial role in supporting our animal care programs within the School of Community Services .Their responsibilities encompass various laboratory activities across the Veterinary Assistant, and Veterinary Technician programs.

Successful candidates will be required to work on-site at the Doon campus, located at 299 Doon Valley Dr. in Kitchener, and off-campus at animal kennels in the Greater Kitchener-Waterloo area. During the fall term, September to December 2026, the Technologist will be scheduled up to 16 hours/week, including early mornings (6:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.), 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., or early evenings (5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.). Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet operational needs. Travel between sites is required.

Responsibilities

Laboratory preparation

• Responsible for preparing all laboratory materials including models, cadavers, solutions, chemicals, media, tissue preparations, blood, & feces
• Ensures samples are available for student labs, which may require picking up samples from requisite sites both on-campus and off-campus
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of lab spaces, equipment and models
• Contributes to effective learning experience for students by providing a well-prepared and hygienic environment

Student assessment

• Under the direction of faculty, contributes to the evaluation of student performance in the lab, in relation to program standards, documents and consults findings
• Provides remedial skill assistance to students on referral from faculty
• Tests student performance following remedial assistance as well as return demonstration of a skill
• Supervising and evaluating students throughout the Animal Care (Kennel Duty) courses at the off-site location

Laboratory equipment and maintenance

• Maintains and operates laboratory equipment within the Animal Care lab spaces in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and requirements
• Promotes good public relations through contacts with personnel from other educational facilities, agencies and commercial sales representatives
• Participates in program promotional activities related to prospective students
• Supports supervisor in maintaining lab equipment, general supplies and consumables for labs in the Animal Care program spaces

Safety and compliance

• Ensures faculty and students are always following established safety guidelines
• Monitors the overall safety of both animals and learners while participating in lab activities
• Follows established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the event of an injury of staff or students, or a medical crisis of a pet

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year diploma in Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Technology
• Minimum two years of experience working as a Registered Veterinary Technician is required
• Must be registered in good standing as a Registered Veterinary Technician in the Province of Ontario
• Fear Free certification and RECOVER Rescuer CPR certification is an asset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in working with faculty, students and others
• High-level organizational skills for planning activities in the lab
• Self-motivated and creative abilities to develop and maintain the lab as a relevant dynamic learning resource for the Animal Care programs
• Ability to work independently
• Able to lift weighted patient models such as large dog mannequins and pets for grooming
• Access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel to off-site work locations is required

This position works with animals. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rabies vaccination and protective titre. Maintenance of a fully vaccinated status for rabies will be required.

Conestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education. Our career-focused education, training, and applied research programs prepare students for success, support industry, and workforce needs and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Conestoga College is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources via the Contact page.