- Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
Relocation costs covered by employer
Tasks
Collect samples and perform other laboratory testsHandle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgeryProduce diagnostic radiographsAssist veterinarian before, during and after surgeryPrepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarianAdminister treatments as prescribed by veterinarianCounsel clients on animal health careConduct and assist in laboratory researchMay perform a variety of office management and clerical dutiesPerform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistryProvide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animalsProvide wound and bandage care
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Manual dexterityAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordinationFast-paced environmentStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingCombination of sitting, standing, walkingPhysically demanding
Personal suitability
AccurateClient focusEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityOrganizedTeam player
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week