College/CEGEP Veterinary/animal health technology/technician and veterinary assistant EXPERIENCE
7 months to less than 1 year ON SITE
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. WORK SETTING
Animal hospital RESPONSIBILITIES
TASKS
Collect samples and perform other laboratory tests Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery Produce diagnostic radiographs Assist veterinarian before, during and after surgery Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian Counsel clients on animal health care Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals Provide wound and bandage care CREDENTIALS
CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES
Registration by a provincial or territorial, or regional association as Registered Animal Health Technologist, Registered Veterinary Technician EXPERIENCE AND SPECIALIZATION
AREA OF WORK EXPERIENCE
Teaching AREA OF SPECIALIZATION
Small animals Intensive care ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES
Manual dexterity Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Fast-paced environment Walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Work under pressure Physically demanding PERSONAL SUITABILITY
Accurate Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Team player Versatility BENEFITS
HEALTH BENEFITS
Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care advantages FINANCIAL BENEFITS
As per collective agreement LONG TERM BENEFITS
Long-term care insurance Maternity and parental benefits OTHER BENEFITS
Learning/training paid by employer On-site amenities On-site recreation and activities Other benefits Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) Parking available Travel insurance Wellness program