Registered Veterinary Technician

Position Description

Title : Registered Veterinary Technician

Reporting to : Animal Health Coordinator

Status : Full-time, Contract (12 months)

Compensation Range : $23.00-$27.00 / hour

POSITION SUMMARY :

We are seeking to fill a 12-month vacancy, with the possibility of extension to up to 18 months based on organizational needs.

Reporting to the Animal Health Coordinator, the Registered Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the health and well-being of the animals in our care. They are responsible for performing intakes and examinations, administering treatments and medications, and performing diagnostic tests on animals within PHS. This role collaborates with the Animal Health team to develop treatment plans, manage animal records, and ensure that all animals receive the necessary medical attention. The successful candidate must be able to work weekends / evenings, and be readily available on short notice, if required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervisory

• Support the Animal Health Coordinator in the supervision of the animal care team
• Ensure animal care staff and volunteers observe general and occupational safety protocols and ensure a safe work environment Health Monitoring, Animal Care, and Administration
• Perform intakes, examinations, administer treatments and medications, and perform diagnostic tests on animals within PHS
• Provide support to the Animal Health Coordinator by monitoring animal health, completing daily rounds, creating daily task lists, and ensuring adequate animal flow within PHS
• Provide support in providing daily husbandry duties for animals in the shelter as required

Record Keeping

Client Education

Biosecurity

Inventory Management

General

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification

Experience

Skills

Knowledge

Abilities

stay on feet for extended periods of time; and

operate with full range of motion (i.e., crouching, kneeling, reaching, etc.)

BENEFITS :

Upon successful completion of the 3-month probationary period, the following benefits may be available :

This is a full-tim e position (up to 40 hours per week) on a 12-month contract , with the possibility of extension to up to 18 months based on the needs of the organization.