Job Description

Date: August 17, 2022
Position Title: Clinic Assistant Surgery 1 – Part-Time
Department: Clinic
Reports to: Manager, Clinic Operations
Classification: Union
Rate: $13.95-$18.37
Hours: Part-Time, 20 hrs per week, Monday to Thursday 8 am-12 pm, and Sunday 9 am – 1 pm
Times & days of shifts could vary/change Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date for Internal Applicants: August 22, 2022

Position Summary:
Responsible for the daily cleaning and maintenance of the clinic and equipment and
assistance to the veterinary staff of The Winnipeg Humane Society. Duties include
admitting and discharging of surgery animals, restraint, autoclaving of surgical packs,
general cleaning of the clinic, and communication with the public.

Qualifications:
- Responsible individual committed to the goals and objectives of the Society and
prepared to carry out duties in and thorough, efficient manner.

• Must have excellent communication and observation skills. A positive, pleasant

attitude and good public relations skills are absolutely necessary.

• Must work effectively with the staff of the shelter as a whole.
• Experience and skills in restraining animals safely and effectively.
• Internal applicants must be in good standing in their current position.
  

Accountability:
Reports to the Manager, Clinic Operations and works day to day with the Veterinarians
and Registered Veterinary Technologist on duty.

Standards of Performance:
1. Keeping the mission of The Winnipeg Humane Society in the forefront when performing job duties, as well as when representing The Winnipeg Humane
Society both inside and outside the shelter environment. 2. Successful and thorough completion of assigned job duties within reasonable
time limits. 3. Effective communication with fellow staff on an ongoing basis. Respect for all is
maintained at all times. 4. Exemplary level of care is provided to each animal consistent with Humane
Society policies and procedures. 5. Reliability and diligence in position.



Duties and Responsibilities:

• Data entry on appropriate animal files, including in-house and surgery animals.
• Admission of surgery animals.
• Discharge of surgery animals including client instruction.
• Restraint of surgery patients.
• Prepare animals for surgery (surgical scrub).
• Return of animals to the appropriate cages after surgery.
• Post-surgical monitoring and advising veterinary staff of any concerns.
• Basic animal husbandry to animals in the clinic.
• Cleaning and preparation of surgical packs, including autoclaving.
• Laundry of articles related to the clinic environment.
• Provide assistance to the Veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technologists

with examinations and treatments of animals.

• Attend training sessions as required.
• Daily cleaning of the clinic area.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Forward your resume and cover letter to:

Attention: Vicky Farmer
careers@winnipeghumanesociety.ca Please quote the Job Posting Number in your email or cover letter subject line.


NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Thank you for your interest in this position however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.