Job Summary

Provide clinical and technical support for animal patients in a veterinary setting. Perform diagnostic testing, patient monitoring, and client education to support veterinary care.

Main Duties

- Assist veterinarians during physical examinations, surgical procedures and dental treatments.
- Administer and monitor anesthesia and analgesia under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Collect, label and process diagnostic samples and perform routine laboratory tests.
- Monitor hospitalized patients, record observations, and carry out prescribed treatments and medications.
- Communicate with clients regarding preventive care, treatment plans and post-procedure instructions.
- Maintain medical records, sterilize instruments, and manage clinic supplies and inventory.

Requirements

- Graduation from an accredited animal health technologist or veterinary technician program or equivalent post-secondary training.
- Registration or eligibility for registration with the provincial regulatory body where required.




- Practical experience in a veterinary clinical setting or internship with exposure to clinical and surgical procedures.
- Ability to safely handle and restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, follow safety protocols, and complete routine cleaning and sterilization procedures.

Required Skills

- Animal handling and restraint techniques
- Anesthesia monitoring and administration support
- Laboratory diagnostics and sample collection
- Surgical assistance and sterile technique
- Client communication and education
- Medical recordkeeping and inventory management

Benefits

Advantages include competitive wages, supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, training support, and other employer-specific benefits depending on the position and location.

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📌 NOC 32104 - Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians (Saskatoon)
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📍 Saskatoon