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Overview Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1 Primary Category Page: Staff and Management Division: Health Sciences Centre Requisition ID: 2079 Department: Large Animal Hospital Employment Type: Temporary part-time from 02/02/2026 to 08/02/2026 (Less than 24 hours a week) Internal applicants note: If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Hourly rate: $34.95 - $39.02 per hour Posting Date: 04/14/2026 Close Date: 05/05/2026 Additional context: The University invites applications from all qualified individuals, including groups traditionally underrepresented in employment. Duties And Responsibilities Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress clinical environment Collaborate with students, interns, residents, faculty, and hospital staff in a teaching hospital setting Provide hands-on care for large animal species including horses, cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, llamas, alpacas, and others Perform clinical tasks such as IV catheter placement, blood collection, medication administration, and handling of controlled substances Assist with treatments, monitoring of hospitalized and critical patients, including those on IV fluids and CRIs Safely restrain, handle, walk, and transport large animals, including trailer loading/unloading Set up, clean, and maintain clinical and endoscopy equipment; stock supplies and maintain equipment logs Provide animal husbandry and welfare care including feeding, cleaning, grooming, exercising, and monitoring patient health Support administrative functions including admissions, discharges, billing, and medical records Maintain hospital cleanliness and comply with safety, confidentiality, and isolation protocols This role requires physical stamina, including heavy lifting and working with high-stress animals Qualifications 2-year College Diploma and 3 years of relevant work experience Successful completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program recognized by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT) Full member in good standing with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT) Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician Examination (VTNE) and the OAVT mandatory ethics exam. OAVT registration is required. The incumbent must have experience with and be competent in the handling and restraint of large animals and in performing a wide range of treatment procedures and techniques Demonstrated proficiency in customer service: excellent communication and organizational skills, especially with clients; ability to mentor students and contribute to a collaborative team environment Familiarity with common computer software including Hospital Management Information System software is preferred Flexibility in scheduling availability is required. Must be able to work a variety of shifts including days, afternoons, nights, weekends, holidays and on call Safety footwear requirement: steel-toed boots A Rabies vaccine series and valid titre completed before the start of the position #J-18808-Ljbffr