Prepare animals, instruments, and medical supplies for surgery while supporting emergency cases as a Veterinary Assistant on contract.

This full-time contract runs for 12 months, from November 2026 through November 2027. Under direction from the Medical Director, Veterinarian, or designate, you will support Registered Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians. Your work spans animal handling, surgical admissions, kennel care, and accurate medical records.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support client-owned animal admissions, intake, and consent
- Prepare animals, instruments, and supplies for procedures
- Assist with emergency cases and animal handling
- Return animals to kennels and coordinate with care staff
- Maintain cleanliness, disinfection,



and surgical documentation standards

Requirements:

- Animal care education or veterinary assistant working experience
- Robust interpersonal skills with staff, volunteers, and public
- Ability to perform physical tasks while standing
- Ability to work quickly in fast-paced emergency situations
- Basic computer literacy and office equipment familiarity

Apply surgical preparation, animal handling, emergency response, and recordkeeping skills while supporting veterinary care teams.

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📌 Veterinary Surgical Care Assistant (Stratford)
🏢 Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth
📍 Stratford