registered veterinary technician (RVT)

Education: Expérience: Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Work setting Veterinary clinic Tasks 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 Conduct and assist in laboratory research Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals Provide wound and bandage care Perform reception and clerical duties Area of specialization Exotic animals Small animals Emergency care Security and safety Criminal record check Work conditions and physical capabilities Handling heavy loads Attention to detail Fast-paced environment 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 Organized Team player Experience Experience an asset Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Group insurance benefits Life insurance Piece work Durée de l'emploi: Permanent Langue de travail: Anglais ou Français Heures de travail: 30 to 35 hours per week