Assistant Veterinary Technician

Part-Time, Contract (1-year)

Mississauga, ON

About Us

Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides empowers Canadians living with disabilities to navigate their world with confidence and independence, by providing a Dog Guide at no cost and supporting them in their journey together. Behind every Dog Guide is a passionate team of employees, volunteers, donors, and supporters who share a commitment to making a difference.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a compassionate, and detail-oriented Veterinary Assistant to join our team at Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides (LFCDG). In this hands-on role, you’ll work alongside our veterinary and training teams to provide essential medical care and support to the dogs preparing to become life-changing Dog Guides. From assisting with surgeries and diagnostic procedures to communicating with foster families and supporting daily clinic operations, you’ll play a vital role in helping our dogs thrive.

Key Responsibilities

- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized veterinary clinic setting.
- Manage telephone and email inquiries, directing medical concerns to the appropriate team member.
- Assist the Veterinarian during appointments, including patient preparation, safe restraint and medication preparation
- Provide daily care, including feeding, relieving, administering prescribed medications as directed, and monitoring canine health and well-being.
- Handle dogs safely and humanely using positive reinforcement and established obedience guidelines.
- Observe dogs for signs of illness, injury, or behavioural changes and promptly report concerns.
- Maintain accurate medical and behavioural records.
- Communicate medical and behavioural updates, care instructions, and follow-up requirements to instructors, supervisors, and foster families as needed.
- Assist with kennel duties and transporting food and supplies as required.
- Follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

- A minimum of one year of relevant veterinary clinic, animal health,



or hands-on animal-care experience
- Veterinary Assistant training or certification is an asset; Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) registration is not required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of veterinary clinic procedures, including patient handling, medication preparation and administration under veterinary direction, sample collection, and assisting with clinical procedures.
- A genuine passion for working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
- Knowledge of proper animal husbandry, canine health and wellness, and safe animal-handling practices.
- The ability to recognize signs of canine illness, injury, or behavioural changes and communicate concerns promptly.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal
- Effective time management skills
- Keen attention to detail and follow through
- Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Position Details

- Location: Park Animal Hospital (1958 Burnhamthorpe Rd E, Mississauga)
- Schedule: 2 days per week (Mondays and Thursdays), 8:00am- 6:00pm (Hours may vary slightly depending on clinic needs)
- Rate: $20.50/ hour
- Contract: Part-Time, 1- year contract with the possibility for extension
- Vacancy Status: 1 current vacancy

Commitment to Inclusion

Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides is committed to employing people from diverse backgrounds, and we actively demonstrate inclusiveness through fair, equitable and accessible hiring practices. We recognize the strength of different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives and welcome candidates who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons within the LGBTQ+ community. We feel it is important as an organization that all people have access and opportunity to be employed, to be valued and to be respected. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $20.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 18.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Veterinary Technician (Mississauga)
🏢 Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides
📍 Mississauga