veterinary technician

Beacon Pet Hospital; Sidney; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local veterinary clinic is seeking a dedicated veterinary technician to handle animal care, assist in surgeries, and educate clients on health care. The role demands excellent communication skills and experience in both exotic and small animals. Candidates must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and fulfill various responsibilities, including sample collection and treatment administration. This position is on-site only, located in Sidney, British Columbia.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience with exotic and small animals is preferred.
• Immunization records and liability insurance eligibility are required.
• Excellent written communication is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples and perform laboratory tests.
• Handle and care for animals undergoing treatment.
• Assist veterinarian during surgery.
• Administer medications and vaccines.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Client focus

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
  
  

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Work setting

• Veterinary clinic
• Animal hospital
  
  

Responsibilities

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
• Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian
• Counsel clients on animal health care
• Conduct and assist in laboratory research
• May perform a variety of office management and clerical duties
• Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry
• Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals
• Provide wound and bandage care
  
  

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Exotic animals
• Small animals
• Emergency care
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Immunization records
• Eligible for professional liability insurance
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Fast-paced environment
• Walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• 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
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
  
  

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
  
  

Other Benefits

• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  
  

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition