Job Opportunities at the OHS
The Ottawa Humane Society is a non-profit, community-based organization and a registered charity. Since 1888, we have been the leading organization providing a safe haven for sick, injured and homeless animals in Ottawa. If you are interested in joining our team, please read the information below.
There are also many opportunities for volunteering.
Veterinary Technician - Shelter
Overall Purpose: Under the direction of the Supervisor: Kennel, the Veterinary Technician -
Shelter is responsible for the health and well-being of OHS and other animals.
In accordance with OHS's objectives, phi losophies and policies and procedures, the Veterinary
Technician - Shelter is responsible for the following:
Professional Responsibilities
- Ensure the emotional and physical health of OHS animals
- Provide medical and general animal assessment services
- Monitor animal health and well-being
- Administer prescribed treatments and other medical interventions
- Provide information and support to OHS customers and other OHS staff
- Assist veterinarians for rounds and as required
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Represent the OHS in a professional manner
- Be thoroughly familiar with pertinent legislation, regulations, guidelines, OHS policies and good animal care practices
- Track and ensure closure on all OHS animal files
- Participate in supervision, evaluation and tra ining sessions
- Maintain OHS facilities and equipment
- Prepare accurate expense accounts and other forms
- Produce written reports and records
- Maintain computerized files
- Network with other service providers and professionals
- Attend staff meetings and other meetings as required
- Provide training and orientation to new staff as required
- Support volunteers
- Train and supervise student and work placements
- 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 Supervisor
Program Development
- 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, envi ronmental and cultural issues relating to animal health and welfare
- May be required to participate in public relations and promotional activities
Education and Experience:
- A Veterinary Technician diploma from a recognized college
- 2 to 5 years clinical experience
- Supervisory and/or training experience
- Related work experience
Languages:
- Excellent verbal and written skil ls in English are required
- Bilingualism (English/French) is preferred
Essential duties and working conditions:
- Employees will be required to work evening, holiday and weekend shifts
- Employment is conditional upon the ability to provide services in a safe manner, including, but not limited to lifts and transfers of large animals
- Employees wi ll be required to wear a uniform designated by the employer
- Employment is conditional upon maintaining confidentiality of OHS information
- Employment is conditional upon the ability to work around all species of animals safely
Send applications to Marlene Bradley at marleneb@ottawahumane.ca
You may also complete a job application.
The Ottawa Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer.
