Hospital Team: End of Life & Hospital Admin Assistant
(Georgian Triangle Humane Society)
Opportunity Details: Hospital Team: End of Life & Hospital Admin Assistant
Contact | Joanna Chardola, Team Coordinator, Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS); Phone: 705-445-5204 ext 220; Email: volunteer@gths.ca |
Duties | The GTHS Animal Hospital contains an Operating Room, Treatment Room, Examination Room, Pharmacy, X-Ray Room and a Hospital Intake / Recovery Area. Having an onsite hospital ensures animals receive timely, thorough and comprehensive care, saves dozens of daily telephone calls, reduces trips back and forth to veterinary clinics, dramatically decreases the stress on the GTHS animals, and leads to the additional benefit of earlier adoption availability; so these animals find their forever home quickly. The GTHS Animal Hospital is one of the only accessible spay/ / neuter hospitals serving Bruce, Grey and part of Simcoe County that performs 3performs 3,000 surgeries annually (an average of 50 surgeries per week), and subsidizing ~$770K in veterinary costs each year. To promote pet wellness and safety, approximately 1,860 rabies vaccinations and 1,770 microchips are administered to GTHS Animal residents and community clients on an annual basis. DescriptionReporting to the Community Programs Coordinator, the EOL & Hospital Admin Assistant* will be responsible for providing an empathetic, private and respectful customer service experience for pet owners who are euthanizing their beloved pet, in addition to ensuring that EOL logistics and administration are handled seamlessly. * Training is required upon undertaking this role Time CommitmentOne shift a week (Tuesday – Friday) from 1.30 – 4.10pm (appointments take place between 2 – 4pm). Available shifts will be discussed at time of recruitment. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Roles and Responsibilities
Working Conditions:
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More Info Link | https://gths.ca/volunteer/end-of-life-hospital-admin-assistant/ |
Benefits | |
Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
Areas of Interest | Animal Services ; Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; 18 years of age minimum Punctual and reliable Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare Calm, compassionate and empathetic Diligent compliance with guidelines and protocols for personal and animal safety Self-motivated Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Excellent time management and organizational skills Able to work independently and as part of a small team Works cooperatively and effectively with others EZYVet is experience ideal, but training will be provided Current dog handling experience is required |
Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) |
Interaction Level | Small Group |
Accessibility | Not Accessible - Whilst our entrance, foyer and washrooms are accessible, unfortunately the areas our volunteers work in are not ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door |
Location | Collingwood |
Number of Positions | Blue Mountains ; Clearview (Simcoe County) ; Collingwood ; Wasaga Beach 1 individual(s) needed in total. The GTHS posts on Volunteer Connection to build awareness of volunteer opportunities. The vacancies we are actively looking to fill at this time are posted on our live updated website, however, applicants may apply for any position at any time and be waitlisted for their preferred position(s). To see our vacancies and to download / submit an application form, visit: https://www.gths.ca/volunteer/ |
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Shadowing/working alongside an experienced volunteer ; The GTHS onboarding process must be completed prior to training/first shift - this is takes place virtually, by email. A criminal record police check is also required for this particular volunteer position. |
Police Check | Not Required |
Referrals | 0 |
Agency Details: Georgian Triangle Humane Society
Office Phone | 705-445-5204 |
info@gths.ca | |
Website | www.gths.ca |
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Mailing Address | 549 10th Line Collingwood, ON Canada L9Y 0W1 |