About this role
Education: College/CEGEP. Tasks: 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. Conduct and assist in laboratory research. May perform a variety of office management and clerical duties. Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals. Provide wound and bandage care. Work conditions and physical capabilities: 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. 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. Versatility. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Night. Day. Weekend. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Financial benefits: Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Other benefits.