veterinary technician

Government of Canada; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in West Kelowna is seeking a skilled individual to perform laboratory tests and care for animals. Responsibilities include collecting samples, assisting veterinarians during surgery, and providing nursing care. The ideal candidate will have a relevant diploma, experience in animal health, and strong communication skills. This is a physically demanding role requiring work on site with no remote options.

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

Qualifications

• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience is required.
• Willingness to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Ability to perform various laboratory tests and procedures on animals.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples and perform other laboratory tests.
• Handle, restrain, and care for animals undergoing treatment.
• Produce diagnostic radiographs and assist veterinarians during surgery.
• Prepare and administer medications under the direction of a veterinarian.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

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

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

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

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer

Responsibilities

• 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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player