Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

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Veterinary clinic Animal shelter Office building

Tasks

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Collect samples and perform other laboratory tests Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian Counsel clients on animal health care May perform a variety of office management and clerical duties Provide wound and bandage care Supervise staff Office management Manage training and development strategies Maintain registration systems, records and files Supervisory Experience

Area of work experience

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Veterinary By-law enforcement officer Animal control officer

Area of specialization

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Small animals

Security and safety

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Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Handling heavy loads Attention to detail Fast-paced environment Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Work under pressure Physically demanding Tight deadlines

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Accurate Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Team player Versatility Dependability Reliability

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Are you available for shift or on-call work? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Life insurance

Other benefits

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Free parking available * Learning/training paid by employer