Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 37.5 to 40 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

Veterinary clinic Animal hospital

Tasks

Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery Assist veterinarian before, during and after surgery Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian Conduct specialized procedures on animals such as animal identification and hoof trimming Counsel clients on animal health care Produce diagnostic radiographs, collect samples and perform other laboratory tests Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals Provide wound and bandage care

Area of specialization

Animal dentistry Exotic animals Small animals Emergency care Animal training Marine life

Security and safety

Basic security clearance Criminal record check Driver\'s validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver\'s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Handling heavy loads Manual dexterity Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Fast-paced environment Walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Ability to distinguish between colours Repetitive tasks 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

Screening questions

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Health benefits

Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

Free parking available