Job Description

Job Purpose

The Assistant Veterinary Technician is responsible for providing a range of services, including medical, for animals in the care of the Ottawa Humane Society.

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitor animal health and well-being Provide medical and general animal assessment services Provide prescribed treatments and other medical interventions Clean and maintain animal holding areas, facilities and equipment Assist the veterinary technician and veterinarians as required Assist and support clients as required Support the activities of coworkers, volunteers , students and work placements and provide training and orientation as required Be thoroughly familiar with pertinent legislation, regulations, guidelines, OHS policies and good animal care practices Produce and maintain accurate reports , records , and files Participate in supervision, evaluation and training and other meetings as required Participate in the identification and evaluation of OHS program goals and objectives Participate in the professional development opportunities Represent OHS in a professional manner Participate in public relations and promotional activities as required

Qualifications

Assistant Veterinary Technician certificate, a minimum of one year relevant clinical experience, or a combination thereof Professional working proficiency in spoken and written English is required

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Employee will be required to work evening, holiday and weekend shifts Employment is conditional upon the ability to provide a services in a safe manner , including but not limited to, lift and transfers of large animals and interaction with potentially aggressive animals Employee will be required to wear a uniform designated by the employer Employment is conditional upon maintaining confidentiality of OHS information Employment is conditional upon the ability to work around all species of animals safely

How to Apply

The Ottawa Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals of any race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, or other protected characteristic.


We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities in our recruitment processes. If you are contacted by the OHS regarding a job opportunity, please let us know prior to interview if you require any accommodation.


This posting seeks to fill an existing vacancy.




Schedule (2 week rotation):



PT AVT - Shift codes include: T3 & T4

shift codes subject to change based on operational needs



Week 1

Mon - 7:30 am - 11:30 am


Tues - Off

Wed - 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Thurs - 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Fri - Off

Sat - Off

Sun - Off



Week 2

Mon - 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Tues - Off

Wed - Off

Thurs - Off

Fri - Off

Sat - 7:30 am - 11:30 am


Sun - 7:30 am - 11:30 am




Total biweekly hours: 36