Summary Of Duties
Provide a wide variety of para-veterinary health care duties
- Daily physical examinations & treatments
- Administration of special food or water, take blood, tissue or urine samples
- Administration of medications & first aid
- Post-mortem tissue sampling or examination
- Maintenance of anaesthetic & operating equipment, general facility cleaning & sterilization
- Record keeping of research projects, tumour sizes & weight; supply inventory
- Collection, handling & preparation of samples for shipment or submission for testing
- Technical Assistance with surgeries/procedures involving animals
- Preparation of animals & equipment for surgery/procedures, monitor animals through surgery/procedure and post-operative monitoring
- Meet with scientists/technician to discuss their requirements
Summary Of Duties
Provide a wide variety of para-veterinary health care duties
- Daily physical examinations & treatments
- Administration of special food or water, take blood, tissue or urine samples
- Administration of medications & first aid
- Post-mortem tissue sampling or examination
- Maintenance of anaesthetic & operating equipment, general facility cleaning & sterilization
- Record keeping of research projects, tumour sizes & weight; supply inventory
- Collection, handling & preparation of samples for shipment or submission for testing
- Technical Assistance with surgeries/procedures involving animals
- Preparation of animals & equipment for surgery/procedures, monitor animals through surgery/procedure and post-operative monitoring
- Meet with scientists/technician to discuss their requirements
Qualifications/Skills
- Qualifications/Skills: Animal Health Technician Certificate/Veterinary Technologist Diploma
- Minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience working with animals
- CALAS certification at the RLAT or RLAT(R) level is desirable and MUST be completed within 2 years of hire date
- This position requires a high level of technical skill, organization and initiative, and a proven ability to work both independently and in a group setting
- Progressive experience in a research environment with hands-on experience across a range of animal species, particularly rodents
- A working knowledge of animal related standards, CCAC guidelines and federal, provincial and local requirements is required
- Must have the ability to follow established policies, guidelines, procedures and objectives. In addition, must possess ability to detect, analyze and creatively resolve issues as they arise
- Excellent record keeping and attention to detail are essential
- Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills and the ability to interact positively with other team members in a dynamic environment, as well as having compassion and sensitivity for animals
Animal Health Technician - Preclinical Research - Regular Full-Time 2026-19111 (2026-19111) in Toronto employer: Sunnybrook
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead transformative clinical trials at one of Canada's largest academic health science centres. With a strong commitment to employee growth, a collaborative work culture, and access to cutting-edge resources, Sunnybrook empowers its staff to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. The institution's strategic focus on innovation and research ensures that employees are at the forefront of medical advancements, making it an inspiring place to work.
