- Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Work setting
Animal hospital
Tasks
Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgeryAssist veterinarian before, during and after surgeryPrepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarianAdminister treatments as prescribed by veterinarianProvide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animalsProvide wound and bandage care
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Manual dexterityAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordinationFast-paced environmentWalkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingRepetitive tasksWork under pressurePhysically demanding
Personal suitability
AccurateClient focusEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityInitiativeJudgementOrganizedTeam playerVersatility
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week