Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity and has been operating for 150 years. 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 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: Part-time, Permanent

Location: Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre, Brockville ON

A Typical Day

• Welcoming clients and their pets.
• Providing exceptional care, comfort and compassion for our animals during their stay.
• Monitoring the physical health and behavioural needs of each animal in our care.
• Assuring the physical health and mental well-being of animals in foster care.
• Coaching and training shelter staff on Shelter Health and Wellness concepts and protocols.
• Prepares and administers medications and vaccines under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Provides clients with care plans and responds to medical care related questions.
• General house-keeping duties.
• General administrative duties including the maintenance of accurate health records.

Why You Should Join Our Team:

• Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!
• Employee Assistance Program
• 3 weeks of vacation after 3 years of service
• Predictable day time hours…no weekends!
• Competitive pay
• 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 veterinary technician, preferably within a high-volume animal clinic
• Administrative experience an asset
• Valid G drivers’ license with the ability to provide a clear driver’s abstract

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please forward your resume and cover letter to:

Anne Marie Dupuis, Human Resources Business Partner

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

careers@ontariospca.ca

Please quote “RVT” 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 provides 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 .