Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 33 to 40 hours per week Education: College/CEGEP Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

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Veterinary clinic

Tasks

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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 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

Area of specialization

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Small animals

Security and safety

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Immunization records Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Handling heavy loads Manual dexterity Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Fast-paced environment Walking Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Ability to distinguish between colours Work under pressure Physically demanding

Personal suitability

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Accurate Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Team player Versatility

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Life insurance

Other benefits

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Free parking available * Team building opportunities