Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking a motivated individual to support veterinarians in animal treatment. Responsibilities include patient care, maintaining sterilization protocols, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates should have a passion for working with animals and the ability to perform physical tasks. This role offers benefits like discounts on services for staff pets and comprehensive healthcare for full-time staff.

Benefits

Generous discount on services for staff pets

Medical, dental and wellness benefits

RRSP/DSP matching

Uniform allowance

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with stressed or ill animals.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs on own.
• Must work evenings and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Aid in caring for surgical and hospitalized patients.
• Provide customer service and help clients with their pets.

Skills

Team player

Animal handling

Customer service

Job description

Overview

In this role, you will support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in the care and treatment of animals. Responsibilities include assisting with exams and procedures, handling and restraining animals, preparing equipment, cleaning and sanitizing facilities, feeding and monitoring patients, and providing excellent customer service to pet owners.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Aid in caring for surgical and hospitalized patients
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aid with routine diagnostic tests (taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal)
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Provide customer service and help clients with their pets

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to work with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Prefer 1+ years of animal experience, but not required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (assistance available for animals over 40 lbs). Should be able to lift 40 lbs on own.
• Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
• Experience with teamwork and works well with all levels of hospital team members.
• Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays.

Benefits

The Perks: Generous discount on services for staff pets, benefits for full-time staff (medical, dental and wellness), RRSP/DSP matching, and uniform allowance.

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