French is the primary working language at the SPCA de l’Outaouais. Fluency in spoken French is required for this position.

The SPCA de l’Outaouais is looking for a certified animal health technician to join its dynamic team on a full-time basis!

Working with us means joining a professional environment where your opinion truly matters and where you’ll be able to apply your knowledge to real-world situations every day. We’re looking for someone who is self-reliant, cares deeply about animal welfare, and works well with both the team and the public.

Because we value work-life balance, your schedule will exclude evenings and include only one weekend out of every five!

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Salary: Starting at CA$22.00 per hour

Required Qualifications:

• Hold a college diploma in animal health technology;
• Good physical condition: ability to work standing for long periods and lift heavy loads occasionally;
• Bilingualism (an asset).

Experience:

• As a technician: 1 year (preferred)

Desired Qualities:

• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative;
• Concern for animal welfare;
• Good stress and emotional management;
• Punctuality and reliability;
• Professionalism, proactivity, and good judgment;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Ability to work well with the public.

Job Description:

• Provide care for injured or sick animals;
• Assess the health of new animals and administer vaccines and parasite treatments;
• Triage animals requiring a veterinary examination;
• Assist the veterinarian with examinations and surgeries;
• Monitor animals under anesthesia and during recovery;
• Advise adopters and foster families on animal health;
• Help educate the public on shelter animal care;
• Keep the work environment clean at all times.

Job Specifications:

• No evening shifts;
• Alternating weekends (approximately 1 out of 5);
• Numerous flexible family leave days in addition to regular time off
• One free adoption after 1 year of service

Do you have what it takes? Send your resume to vgarneau@spcaoutaouais.ca

Deadline: Sunday, October 18.