Government of Canada - Central

veterinary technician


Pay36.00 / hour
LocationKing/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 44908244

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • College/CEGEP

      Experience

      5 years or more

      On site

      Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Collect samples and perform other laboratory tests
      • Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery
      • 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
      • Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals
      • Provide wound and bandage care

      Additional information

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Handling heavy loads
      • Manual dexterity
      • Attention to detail
      • Hand-eye co-ordination
      • Fast-paced environment
      • 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

      Benefits

      Health benefits

      • Dental plan
      • Health care plan

      Financial benefits

      • Life insurance
      • Night shift premium
      • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

      Other benefits

      • Other benefits
      • Wellness program
  • About the company

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