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;
Valuable 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.

:
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:
Alternating weekends (approximately 1 out of 5);
Numerous versatile family leave days in addition to regular time off
One free adoption after 1 year of service

📌 Animal Health Technician Gatineau
🏢 Outaouais
📍 Gatineau