Veterinary Assistant

Caledon Mountain Veterinary Hospital • Full-time • Caledon Village, Ontario, Canada • USD $ 18 - USD $ 20 / hour • 2w ago

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. 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 days, 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

Website: www.caledonvet.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/caledonmntnvet

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CaledonMountainVet

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.

Thank you in advance for your consideration in joining our team. However, only qualified individuals will be contacted. Interested candidates please forward your resume.

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

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

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