- Education: College/CEGEP
- Experience: 5 years or more
Tasks
Handle, 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 veterinarianProvide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animalsProvide wound and bandage care
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Registration by a provincial or territorial, or regional association as Registered Animal Health Technologist, Registered Veterinary Technician
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Manual dexterityAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordinationFast-paced environmentWalkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingCombination of sitting, standing, walkingRepetitive tasksWork under pressurePhysically demanding
Personal suitability
AccurateClient focusEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityInitiativeJudgementOrganizedTeam playerVersatility
Health benefits
Dental planDisability benefitsHealth care plan
Other benefits
Other benefits
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week