veterinary technician

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

• Collect samples and perform 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 veterinarian’s supervision
• Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian
• Counsel clients on animal health care
• Conduct and assist in laboratory research
• Perform office management and clerical duties as needed
• Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist with animal dentistry
• Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals
• Provide wound and bandage care

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Hand-eye coordination
• Work in a fast-paced environment
• Stand for extended periods
• Bend, crouch, kneel
• Alternate between sitting, standing, and walking