MTS Level 3 - Kennel Assistant

University of Prince Edward Island • Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada • USD $ 48.30k - USD $ 51.20k / year • 3m ago

The Veterinary Teaching Hospital at the Atlantic Veterinary College requires two Kennel Assistants to play an important role working all hours in the Small Animal Hospital team supporting Animal Care Attendants, Technical and Clinical staff with responsibilities including cleaning and disinfection, basic animal husbandry and restocking various hospital areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under supervision, job responsibilities will include:

Basic cleaning and disinfection of equipment and animal holding areas, following infection control guidelines
Assist with the restocking of laundry, food, and consumables
Preparation of kennels for patients
Provide feeding and follow feeding instructions
Provide assistance with the safe handling and restraint of small animal patients
Provide assistance to Animal Care Attendants (ACAs), Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) and Clinicians for routine and emergency examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments
Assist with the daily care and husbandry of hospitalized patients within a primary care, referral, and emergency setting
Work as required with equipment and maintain high standards of cleanliness
Liaise with ACAs, RVTs, Clinicians and clients, where required
Maintain the highest standards of professionalism in all interactions and communication, including respecting patient/client confidentiality

QUALIFICATIONS:

A graduate of Grade 12 or an accepted equivalent
6 months’ experience in the safe handling and care of small animals, with experience in a clinical setting considered an asset
Certification in fear free/low-stress animal handling, RECOVER certification would be considered an asset
Must be prepared and able to work a rotating schedule of days/evenings/overnights, including weekends, some statutory holidays and UPEI closures, as is required for hospital operations
Must have basic competency to input data in computer systems and spreadsheets
Must have ability to lift weights up to 25kg
Must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and reliable
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Must be able to work independently, but also as part of a team

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