Registered Veterinary Technician: Clinic Services – Full Time

JOB PURPOSE

The Registered Veterinary Technician: Clinic Services is responsible for the health and well-being of Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) and owned animals in the OHS Clinic and in the OHS Mobile Spay Neuter Clinic.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Ensure the emotional and physical health of OHS and owned animals

•    Provide surgical support to the veterinarian, including but not limited to surgical preparation and recovery, and administering and monitoring anesthesia

•    Provide medical and general animal assessment services

•    Administer prescribed treatments and other medical and diagnostic interventions

•    Provide education, information and support to OHS clients and other OHS staff

•    Assist the veterinarian as required

•    Represent OHS in a professional manner

•    Ensure accurate and timely recording of all veterinary records, including, but not limited to, controlled drug logs and surgical records

•    Be thoroughly familiar with pertinent legislation, regulations, guidelines, OHS policies and good animal care practices

•    Participate in supervision, evaluation and training sessions

•    Maintain OHS facilities and equipment

•    Prepare accurate expense accounts and other reports and forms

•    Maintain computerized files

•    Network with other service providers and professionals

•    Attend staff meetings and other meetings as required

•    Train and support student and work placements

•    Provide training and orientation to new staff as required

•    Train and support volunteers

•    Be familiar and ensure compliance with all health and safety policies and procedures

•    May be required to assist in the hiring of staff

•    May be required to assume the responsibilities of a Supervisor

•    Participate in appropriate OHS committees

•    Contribute to ongoing evaluation of program objectives

•    Participate in the identification and achievement of OHS objectives

•    Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of social, environmental, and cultural issues relating to animal welfare

•    May be required to participate in public relations and promotional activities

QUALIFICATIONS

•    A Veterinary Technician diploma from a recognized college

•    Registration with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians

•    A minimum of one year’s clinical experience

•    Experience in dental examination and cleaning

•    Supervisory and/or training experience a strong asset

•    Demonstrated excellent customer service, crisis management and conflict resolution skills

•    Demonstrated excellent teamwork abilities

•    Demonstrated ability to relate well to people from a wide variety of backgrounds

•    Advanced verbal and written skills in English are required

•    Bilingualism (English/French) is preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

•    Employee may be required to work evening, holiday and weekend shifts

•    Employee will be required to work off-site across the City of Ottawa in tight work conditions

•    Employee will be required to stand for long periods of time while performing work requiring concentration and manual dexterity.

•    Employment is conditional upon the ability to provide services in a safe manner, including, but not limited to, lifts 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 the ability to work around all species of animals safely

•    Employment is conditional upon maintaining confidentiality of OHS information

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit all applications via the OHS Careers Portal at https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=8e166f69-0548-40c2-bf0a-adc5d072a2ca&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=492720&lang=en_CA

The Ottawa Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer. The OHS offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by the OHS regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation.

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