OVERVIEW LANGUAGES English
EDUCATION College/CEGEP
or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE 1 year to less than 2 years
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
Conduct and assist in laboratory research
May perform a variety of office management and clerical duties
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
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES Attention to detail
Standing for extended periods
Work under pressure
Physically demanding
PERSONAL SUITABILITY Accurate
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Team player
Versatility
PERKS OTHER BENEFITS Free parking available