Vet Tech Assistant, Summer Position, Canada Summer - Whitby, Canada - Humane Society of Durham Region

Description

• Assist the Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the shelter on a daily basis
• Perform daily evaluations of animals and their needs
• Assist with the preparation and administration of medications and vaccines under direction of registered veterinary technician and/or veterinarian
• Follow all policies and procedures of HSDR
• Enter information into computer software program, ensuring all patient files are kept up to date
• Assist with physical examination of animals, and animal restraint as needed
• Assist surgical RVT and veterinarian during animal surgeries
• Other tasks required in the day to day operation of the shelter
• Must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
• Must have been registered as a full time student during the preceding academic year and intend to return to school on a full time basis during the next academic year
• Experience working in a shelter environment or veterinary clinic
• Excellent communication, computer and organizational skills
• Strong animal care knowledge
• Selfstarter and ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and adapt to change using strong organizational and time management skills
• Valid Ontario Driver's license, clean driving record and reliable transportation
• Employees will be required to work day and/or night shifts, must be reliable and able to work weekends

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)