Veterinary Assistant

Caledon Mountain Veterinary Hospital (CMVH) is a privately owned small animal and surgical referral practice located in Caledon Village, ON, (approximately 20 minutes north of Brampton). We have a great team who take a lot of pride in their work practicing progressive medicine through a combination of cutting edge technology along with gentle and respectful handling of our patients.

We are looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team who is friendly, loves multi-tasking, is easy-going and loves interacting with clients. Being a team player and being able to work independently are equally important. If you have previous experience in a Veterinary Clinic or have completed a course in Animal Care it will be considered an asset. Being comfortable with animal handling and restraint as well as being familiar with a fear-free approach is necessary for this role.

**Job Requirements**
- We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and customer service oriented.
- Previous veterinary clinic experience or completion of an animal care/veterinary assistant program is required
- Excellent communication skills with a strong command of the English language both written and oral.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
- Have the physical strength and ability to lift up to 50lbs unassisted
- Have the physical strength and ability to stand for an entire shift when needed.
- Have the physical strength and ability to sit, crouch, bend, and kneel when needed

**Expected duties for this role may include but are not limited to**
- Greeting and engaging with clients and pets visiting the clinic
- Various cleaning, stocking, and inventory duties throughout the hospital
- Husbandry duties such as feeding and walking patients as well as and cleaning cages
- Assisting in handling animals as instructed by the Veterinarians or Technicians so they may examine, provide treatment, take samples or administer treatments to a patient
- Surgical instrumentation preparation and sterilization
- Assisting with receiving orders by unpacking medical and food supplies
- Assisting at the front desk with regular clerical duties such as POS transactions, booking appointments, and directing client questions to the appropriate team member.

**What we offer**
- Friendly and supportive work environment
- Progressive private practice, providing excellent patient care
- Annual continuing education allowance
- Comprehensive health benefit plan with no copay
- Vacation, paid sick and personal days
- Annual uniform allowance
- Medical services and pet supply discounts

**Schedule**

Your typical schedule would be 36-40 hours per week and would include a rotation of Saturdays with the rest of our Veterinary Assistant team.

To learn more about CMVH please check us out online

Caledon Mountain Veterinary Hospital is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

**Graduation from an Animal Care / Veterinary Assistant Program or hands on experience in a Veterinary setting is required for this position. Applicants should be able to lift 50lbs unassisted.**

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

**Salary**: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Veterinary: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person