Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Full Time
  • Orillia

Website Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

Who We Are

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity and has been operating for 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario; we value all animals and advocate to treat them with respect and kindness. We strive to keep pets and families together and do so through a variety of community support services.

Opportunity

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT): We are seeking an experienced RVT with a passion for shelter medicine to assist in shelter animal care. This position, both challenging and rewarding, is suitable for those who love to work in a fast-paced and structured environment.

Status:                Full time, Permanent                               

Location:            Orillia Animal Centre, Orillia ON  

 

A Typical Day

·   Welcoming clients and their pets

·   Providing exceptional care for our animals during their stay

·   Monitor the physical health and behavioural needs of each animal in our care

·   Coaching and training shelter staff on Shelter Health and Wellness concepts and protocols

·   Liaises with the VCPR (Veterinary Client Patient Relationship) to provide open communication and a medical relationship with the Centre

·   Assist the Animal Centre Manager with animal care related decision making

·   General administrative duties includes booking appointments

·   General house-keeping duties

·   Participation in Mobile SN & Wellness Clinics as needed

 

Why You Should Join Our Team?

·   Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!

·   Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits

·   Competitive pay

·   Generous vacation time beginning at 3 weeks

·   Employee Family Assistance Program

·   Generous discount on virtual pet care

·   Discounted pet supplies and pet food

·   Discounted Ontario SPCA Paws & Give merchandise

·   Predictable day time hours

·   Onsite parking

 

Do You Have What it Takes?

·   Validation of being a Registered Veterinary Technician

·   Passion for shelter medicine

·   1-4 years of experience as a registered veterinary technician, preferably within a high-volume animal clinic

·   Administrative experience an asset

·   Available to work weekdays, weekends and holidays

·   Valid G drivers’ licence with the ability to provide a clear driver’s abstract

 

We Can’t Wait to Meet You!

Please forward your resume and cover letter:

 

Janna Handiak

Orillia Animal Centre Manager

careers@ontariospca.ca

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

 

Please quote “RVT Orillia” in the subject line.

 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society embodies a culture that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (“DEIB”) and welcomes applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. Our DEIB practices foster a fair and consistent environment, enabling everyone to feel welcomed, supported and valued in the workplace.

 

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society provide accommodation during all stages of the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please advise us if you are contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 888-668-7722 or careers@ontariospca.ca .

To apply for this job email your details to careers@ontariospca.ca

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