The Veterinary Hospital Assistant is an integral part of the veterinary team by ensuring the smooth running of our facility, bringing comfort to our patients, and directly assisting our Veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technologists.
The responsibility of a VHA is to:
Ensure all areas of our hospital are stocked, maintained, and clean for animals, and humans alike, while closely working alongside DVMs/RVTs. Tasks that are to be completed by a VHA include but are not limited to; restraining/holding of animals, hospital cleaning, garbage/disposal of hazardous materials, disposal of chemicals and chemical mixing, kennel/surgical set up/tear down, sanitization and sterilization of surgical instruments/packs, laundry, walking patients, stocking of examination rooms/treatment areas, soothe upset/frightened animals, processing of payments, appointment set up and payment for euthanasia appointments, post-euthanasia patient care (handling of deceased patients)/data sheets, correspondence with DVMs, RVTs, & CSRs to ensure hospital flow, among a variety of other tasks.
GOALS OF VHA
- To be organized, polite, compassionate, and helpful to all clients/their pets always.
- To be efficient and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced, often demanding environment.
- To maintain a clean hospital for animals and humans alike.
- To provide support to DVMs, RVTs & CSRs as needed.
- To possess the ability to practice safe holding techniques to maximize patient comfort while ensuring the safety of themselves and those around them at all times.
- To ask questions when unsure to facilitate learning and maintain a strong line of communication with Veterinarians (DVMs), Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTS, Client Services Representatives (CSRs), and Management.
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Possess a strong ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
- Ability and willingness to learn and practice safe handling techniques in conjunction with clinic health and safety protocols.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment/changes.
- An innately high attention to detail and drive for task completion/follow-up.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate/work as a team.
- Ability to hold ones’ self-accountable for tasks and actions with minimal supervision.
Knowledge
- Veterinary Hospital Assistant Program Certificate is an asset
- Basic computer skills and ability to adapt to new technology.
- English grammar, spelling, reading, and writing skills.
About the Role
30-40 hours per week
Must be available Saturdays
**please include a cover letter highlighting why you believe you would excel in this type of role. **
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: From $34,320.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Gimli, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2023-08-16
