JOB DESCRIPTION
Veterinary Assistant or Animal Care Attendant
Location : Scarborough, ON
Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital is a busy emergency and referral hospital that is currently looking for Animal Care Attendants to join our Referral Hospital.
This full-time opportunity includes a range of responsibilities that directly attributes to the efficient and effective daily operation of the hospital.
Duties include :
Assist Doctors and RVTs with appointments & procedures, including surgery
Patient care : walking, feeding, and assisting the RVTs with restraint for procedures (including IV catheter placement, radiographs and surgical procedures)
Excellent customer service skills; a positive attitude and the ability for putting pets and pet parents at ease
General housekeeping duties; pet holding areas, surgical suites / treatment areas, and common areas
Willingness to learn and take on additional duties as needed
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to maintain our high standard of care for patients
Ability to prioritize and having a team focus
Animal handling experience
What VCA Canada Offers
Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in : We have the right fit for you!
A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program saving for your future just got easier!
Competitive wages and benefits!
Annual uniform allowance
Exceptional career development : there is room to grow here!
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonus Rewards
Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives
Generous personal pet care discounts
And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps
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