Veterinary Technician

Kingfisher International Inc. is an internationally recognized veterinary contract research organization located in the GTA. We assist with the research and development of pharmaceutical drugs for dogs and cats. We are looking to expand our team of full-time veterinary technicians.

**Responsibilities (including but not limited to)**:

- Assist our veterinarians with: medical, surgical and dental procedures; preparing animals, instruments and equipment for surgery; administering and monitoring anesthesia.
- Perform blood collections, urine cystocentesis, IV catheter placements
- Conduct feline neuters and canine/feline basic dental cleanings under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Observe research animals daily, report any abnormalities to the veterinary and research teams
- Participate in various research activities including dosing, post-dose monitoring, pharmacokinetic blood collections
- Responsible for daily animal treatment regimes, including administering controlled drugs in a responsible manner
- Clean animal rooms and pens, feed and water animals daily, participate in the daily socialization and health management activities of all animals
- Perform necropsy procedures and tissue collections
- Opportunities to join various committees including the socialization committee, animal care committee and training committee.

**Skills and Qualifications for Veterinary Technician Applicants**:

- Completed a Veterinary Technician/Technologist Diploma from an accredited program (registered is not required)
- Previous technician experience preferred but not required; we will train on all procedures, new grads welcome
- Ability to handle periods of stressful procedures and situations and to remain calm and focused
- Physical effort: work requires lifting and carrying animals up to 50 lbs. Walking or standing for extended periods of time; frequently working in a bent position
- May be exposed to odours, noises and animal feces; also may be exposed to a risk of bites, scratches and zoonotic diseases.

**Job Offer**:

- Starts at $24.00/hr, but is commensurate with tech experience and research experience
- Full-time, permanent position
- Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday
- Typically 8-4 or 7-3, some earlier or later shifts depending on needs
- Rotational weekend work (2 on, 4 off)
- Participation in holiday shifts/overtime shifts required
- Health and dental benefits fully covered (no cost to the employee)
- 5 paid sick days annually, 4% vacation pay
- OAVT annual dues fully covered (For registered techs)
- Uniforms provided
- Annual CE allowance, conference attendance, webinars, seminars
- Driving mileage paid for OT hours

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Commuter benefits
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- Are you currently able to legally work in Canada?

Licence/Certification:

- education from a veterinary technician or veterinary program (required)

Work Location: In person