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Veterinary Technician

Posted on Apr 30

Britannia Heights Veterinary Clinic

Ottawa, ON

Long term benefits

Pension plan; Other benefits; Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Organized

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information Travel expenses paid by employer

Work Setting Animal hospital

Specific Skills

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

Long term benefits

Pension plan, Other benefits, Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English

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