Veterinary Assistant

4 months ago

Toronto, Canada Yonge Street Animal Hospital Full time

**Job description**

Yonge Street Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital serving the Metropolitan Toronto area since 1937. We have enjoyed an excellent reputation that has been built by the efforts of veterinarians and staff together.

We believe that we will have the physical facilities, computer assistance and veterinary expertise to continue our success in the future. At present, there are 4 full-time veterinarians, and an administrative staff of 18-22 including veterinary technicians, kennel staff, and receptionists. We pride ourselves in providing the personal and professional care that you should expect from a veterinary hospital. As pet owners ourselves we understand the importance and value of our companions in our daily life. Our team offers a warm, respectful, compassionate, and loving environment to all our clients and their pets. We offer a wide range of services including, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, the existence of nutritional and behavioural services.

**About The Role**:
A Veterinary Assistant supports the Veterinarian and other technicians in all aspects of animal care to ensure animals receive the care and attention needed during a procedure.

One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for pets and humans alike.

**Veterinary Assistant skills**

Care for them properly - that’s one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements. This includes knowledge of routine tasks, like feeding or bathing animals, but also readiness to care for injured or scared animals.

**Responsibilities**:

- Feed and weigh animals.
- Clean cages and bathe animals.
- Ensuring treatment areas, examination rooms, hospital areas, cages, and laboratories are clean and organized.
- Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations.
- Soothe upset or frightened animals.
- Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Veterinarian.
- Help in cases of emergencies.
- Keep accurate records and logs of supplies for the Hospital.
- Complying with hospital standards, rules, regulations, and policies.
- Advise Medical Director and/or Practice Manager of any conditions that are unsafe, including unrecognized hazards or infractions of safety rules.
- Restock examination, treatment, x-ray rooms.
- Observe patients throughout the day for signs of illness, parasites and disease control. Report any abnormalities or concerns to the veterinarian in charge or day technician.
- Unpack deliveries, reconcile against packing slip, restock supplies.

**Requirements and skills**
- Current or former pet ownership is an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Patient and caring personality.
- Ability to follow instructions properly.
- Comfortable being around animals (cats, dogs, rodents etc.).
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs).
- Availability to occasionally work in emergencies.
- High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus.

**What We Offer**:

- Competitive Hourly Wage.
- Continued Investments In New Technologies, Advanced Diagnostics & Modern Facilities Including Digital X-Ray, Digital Dental X-Ray, Modern Ultrasound, In-House Lab Testing, Laser Therapy, Cryo Therapy and Light Therapy (Phovia).
- Comprehensive Benefits Include: Medical, Dental & Life Insurance.
- Flexible Schedule.
- Staff Discount Program For Products And Services Purchased At The Hospital.
- CE.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

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

**Salary**: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M4R 2J3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Veterinary Assistant: 2 years (required)
- Customer service: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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