Animal Care Attendant, VCA Canada Mississauga-Oakville Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital – Specialty services (Internal Medicine)
Employment Type: 3 month contract
VCA Canada Mississauga-Oakville is currently recruiting for a dependable and outgoing Animal Care Attendant to join our clinic. This temporary 3 month contract opportunity includes a range of responsibilities within various units within the hospital, which directly attributes to the efficient and effective daily operation of the hospital. The initial role will be focused in the Internal Medicine department, but may expand into other departments based on hospital need. Previous experience in a Veterinary Hospital is an asset.
Caring for our patients; feeding, walking and offering a gentle voice of assurance
Ensure animal housing or enclosure is clean, sanitary and comfortable
Assisting the veterinary staff with various procedures, tasks and treatments
Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients and pet parents
Excellent customer service skills; a real aptitude for putting pets and pet parents at ease and creating a welcoming environment
General housekeeping duties
Willingness to learn more regarding veterinary services and updated medical procedures
Compassion and nurturing attitude
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and maintain a high quality of care in a busy environment
Ability to adapt in changing situations
Team spirt
Our Internal Medicine ACAs have the opportunity to work with and learn from our RVTs and ACAs as well as our board-certified Internal Medicine Specialists.
A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!
Competitive wages and benefits!
Employer match (5%) group RRSP plan – Planning for your future just got easier with VCA Canada!
Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
Annual uniform allowance
Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!
Referral Bonus Rewards
E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives
Generous personal pet care discounts
And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!
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VCA Canada Animal Hospitals is a family of over 150 small animal veterinary practices located across 6 Canadian provinces. Our team of over 4,000 Associates provides our communities with general, emergency, and specialty services in our practices, offering compassionate care for pets and their families. Our purpose of caring for life’s greatest companions is felt in every part of the VCA Canada experience, whether it is our patients, our clients, our team members, or our communities.