Veterinary Assistant

LeGallais Veterinary Hospital is looking to hire a part time Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. Our hospital has been an active member of the Aurora community for over 20 years, with a loyal client following. Our focus is to provide our clients with exceptional service and top notch veterinary care, while maintaining our warm and friendly atmosphere.
- The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.
- Job Description Overview:

- . Assist with patient care and treatment
- . Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
- . Maintain inventory and stocking
- . Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
- Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork)
- Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
- Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
- Feeding/bathing animals
- Customer service
- Helping clients with their pets
- Qualifications:

- Must be 18yrs old or older
- Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
- Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
- . Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
- . Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.
- If you are passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.
- At NVA Canada diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday reality._
- We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs, our people feel comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability._