veterinary technician - Bolton, Canada - Northpoint Veterinary Hospital Professional Corporation

Description

• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Veterinary clinic

Tasks

• 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
• Counsel clients on animal health care
• Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals
• Provide wound and bandage care

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Fast-paced environment
• Standing for extended periods
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week