Veterinary Assistant

3 weeks ago


Thunder Bay, Canada Thunder Bay and District Humane Society Full time

We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. This is a full-time, hourly position working four days per week (10 hours per day - Monday to Thursday).

We are seeking someone who is dependable, self-motivated and pays very close attention to detail. Previous veterinary/animal welfare experience preferred. Must work well with a team and with the public.

After a probationary period, we offer health and dental benefits, as well as paid vacation. The most important thing this position provides is the feeling that you are doing something to help the pet overpopulation crisis that exists today.

The Thunder Bay and District Humane Society is a non-profit organization which operates a Spay and Neuter Clinic located in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Annually, we perform over 3,000 surgeries.

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for daily care of all surgical patients, assisting veterinarian and veterinary technician with pre-, peri
- and post-operative care of patients and general cleaning. Works closely with veterinarians, veterinary technician, and shelter staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Knowledge and ability to intake and release patients, including delivering post-operative instructions in a competent and friendly manner
- Know basic veterinary medical concepts
- Communicate in effective and professional manner with public, trainees, and all staff members
- Follow all written and verbally communicated departmental standard operating procedures
- Responsible for prepping patients for surgery, observing all clinic procedures, to enforce sterility and safety of patients
- General duties in the operating room during surgery, assisting with movement of patients, recovery of patients, and general flow
- Able to monitor anesthesia, with a clear idea of abnormal conditions
- Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed each day
- Able to respond appropriately during an emergency, able to take directions from a veterinarian and/or veterinary technician

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

**Salary**: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- No weekends

Work Location: One location


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