Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
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Veterinary clinic
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Animal hospital
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Willing to relocate
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery
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Assist veterinarian before, during and after surgery
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Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian
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Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian
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Counsel clients on animal health care
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Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry
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Provide wound and bandage care
Experience and specialization
Area of specialization
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Animal dentistry
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Small animals
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Emergency care
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Handling heavy loads
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Manual dexterity
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Attention to detail
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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Fast-paced environment
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Standing for extended periods
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Work under pressure
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Physically demanding
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Organized
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Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
Financial benefits
Other benefits
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Transportation provided by employer
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Travel insurance
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.