Hospital Team: Hospital Assistant
On-Site
Ongoing
55+ Friendly
Summary
The GTHS Animal Hospital is one of the only accessible spay/neuter hospitals serving Bruce, Grey and part of Simcoe County that performs 3,000 surgeries annually, and subsidizing ~$770K in veterinary costs each year.
Location
Address
549 Tenth Line
Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 0W1
When
Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
Flexible
About This Opportunity
Description
Reporting to the Director of Medicine and Hospital Registered Veterinary Technician, the Hospital Assistant Volunteer will be responsible for maintaining the Operating Room and prep area, as well as overseeing the maintenance and packing of surgical instruments.
Reporting to the Director of Medicine and Hospital Registered Veterinary Technician, the Hospital Assistant Volunteer will be responsible for maintaining the Operating Room and prep area, as well as overseeing the maintenance and packing of surgical instruments.
Time Commitment
Weekday shift: 1-4pm. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required.
Weekday shift: 1-4pm. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Wash / sterilize surgical instruments (by hand and / or using the autoclave)
- Make up surgical packs in line with the next day’s surgeries
- Maintain an orderly Surgical Room and Prep Room
- Disinfect / sterilize surgical equipment
- Store surgical equipment and instruments appropriately
- Clean and disinfect cages, surfaces, counter tops and surrounding areas
- Clean floors
- Dispose of garbage and recyclables
- Perform washing up and laundry tasks (washing, drying and folding linens)
- Assist Hospital staff as required
- Follow appropriate protocol, legislation and regulations
- Wash / sterilize surgical instruments (by hand and / or using the autoclave)
- Make up surgical packs in line with the next day’s surgeries
- Maintain an orderly Surgical Room and Prep Room
- Disinfect / sterilize surgical equipment
- Store surgical equipment and instruments appropriately
- Clean and disinfect cages, surfaces, counter tops and surrounding areas
- Clean floors
- Dispose of garbage and recyclables
- Perform washing up and laundry tasks (washing, drying and folding linens)
- Assist Hospital staff as required
- Follow appropriate protocol, legislation and regulations
Qualifications
- 18 years of age minimum
- Punctual and reliable
- Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare
- Diligent compliance with guidelines and protocols for personal and animal safety
- Self-motivated and energetic, with proven ability to complete tasks with competency and accuracy
- Able to work in a very fast paced environment
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Works cooperatively and effectively with others
Working Conditions: - Physical demands of the position include bending, some kneeling, and working with surgical grade cleaning products
- Training will be provided
- 18 years of age minimum
- Punctual and reliable
- Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare
- Diligent compliance with guidelines and protocols for personal and animal safety
- Self-motivated and energetic, with proven ability to complete tasks with competency and accuracy
- Able to work in a very fast paced environment
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Works cooperatively and effectively with others
- Physical demands of the position include bending, some kneeling, and working with surgical grade cleaning products
- Training will be provided
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Minimum Age
- Additional Requirements