Veterinary Assistant

**Who We Are**

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity, established in 1873. The Society and its network of communities facilitate and provide for province-wide leadership on matters relating to the prevention of cruelty to animals and the promotion of animal well-being. Offering a variety of mission-based programs, including community-based sheltering, animal wellness services, provincial animal transfers, shelter health & wellness, high-volume spay/neuter services, animal rescue, animal advocacy, Indigenous partnership programs and humane education, the Ontario SPCA is Ontario’s animal charity.

Working together we can make a difference in the lives of countless animals in need.

**Opportunity**

**Position**:We are seeking an experienced **Veterinary Assistant**, **full time,** to provide care for animals within our Spay/Neuter clinic setting. This will include supporting the compassionate pre and post-op requirements of each animal. VA’s ensure a healthy environment for all our residents via routine grooming, housekeeping and disinfection accountabilities such as kennel cleaning and laundry. Although essential animal care and associated activities are the primary focus for this role, customer service and related client administrative duties are paramount to the clinic and therefore to the success of this position.

**Stouffville Location** : Ontario SPCA Centre Veterinary Hospital

**A Typical Day**
- Greeting clients and answering general inquiries regarding pre and post-op care
- Providing pre and post op care to the animals in our trust, under the direction of the RVT’s and Veterinarians
- Handling and soothing animals during examinations, treatments, and vaccinations
- Recording relevant information about animals, including weight and types of medication given
- General housekeeping and/or disinfection of the clinic including sterilization of hospital/medical equipment, cleaning floors and counter tops, crates etc.
- Conduct animal transfers

**Why You Should Join Our Team?**
- Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing
- Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits (For permanent full-time employees)
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Paid sick time (For permanent full-time employees)
- 3 weeks of vacation after 3 years of service
- Predictable day time hours
- Onsite parking

**Do You Have What it Takes?**
- Animal care experience
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
- Open availability including weekdays, weekends and holidays
- Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and pull 45 kg (100 lbs)
- Valid G drivers licence
- Team player
- Previous clerical training and an asset
- Customer service experience an asset
- Certificate or College Diploma in Animal Care or working towards, preferred

**We Can’t Wait to Meet You**

Please forward your resume and cover letter to:
Aveline Lacaden

Manager

Ontario SPCA Centre Veterinary Hospital

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society provides accommodation during all stages of the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please advise us if you are contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Please note that the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has a Covid-19 vaccination policy in place for all employees and provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Valid medical accommodation will be taken into consideration on an individual basis.

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

**Salary**: $15.50-$19.43 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- STOUFFVILLE, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Veterinary Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
- Front desk: 1 year (preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location