Job Description

Duree de l'emploi: Permanent Langue de travail: Anglais Heures de travail: 28.5 to 40 hours per week Education: Experience:

Education

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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

Work setting

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Animal hospital Veterinary clinic

Tasks

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Bathe and shampoo animals Document animal behaviour Prepare food and feed animals Clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stall and enclosures Conduct anals glands treatment Keep records of animals treated Assist with inoculation and treatment of animals Clean animal ears Maintain and order supplies Clip animal nails

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Veterinary assistant course

Area of specialization

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Animal husbandry

Animal specialization

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Domestic animals/pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.) Hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, etc.

Security and safety

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Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

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Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Physically demanding Handling heavy loads Bending, crouching, kneeling Fast-paced environment Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Judgement Reliability Team player

Screening questions

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Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

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Experience an asset

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Group insurance benefits Life insurance

Other benefits

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Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Other benefits Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) Team building opportunities Parking available * Variable or compressed work week