Companion Animal Care Professional

5 days ago


Guelph, Ontario, Canada University of Guelph Full time

**About the Opportunity

The University of Guelph invites applications for a Companion Animal Care Professional position at the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre.

This is a temporary part-time opportunity, working less than 24 hours a week. The hourly rate is $23.83 - $26.63 per hour.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced individual to provide husbandry care of patient and teaching animals at the OVC HSC. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with restraining, handling, and transporting companion/large animal patients, research, and teaching animals.

Key areas of responsibility include:

  • Providing animal care and husbandry, including cleaning, grooming, feeding, and exercising patients following safety protocols.
  • Monitoring changes in animal behavior/health and reporting concerns to Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) or Veterinarians.
  • Assisting with administrative tasks, such as billing and organizing medical records, and assisting with the admission and discharge of client animals.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customer service, effective organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in computer use.

A valid Class G Driver's license is required for Agricultural Assistants.

The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rabies titre.

At the University of Guelph, we foster a culture of inclusion and invite qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply.



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