Full-Time

Registered Veterinary Technician

Posted on Jun 02

Arbutus West Animal Clinic

Vancouver, BC

Screening questions

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?; Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?; Are you willing to relocate for this position?; What is your current field of study?; What is the highest level of study you have completed?; Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?; Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?; Do you have education in this field of employment?

Other benefits Free parking available

Long term benefits Other benefits

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Organized

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Specific Skills

Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian; Produce diagnostic radiographs, collect samples and perform other laboratory tests; Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian; Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery; Counsel clients on animal health care; Assist veterinarian before, during and after surgery; Provide wound and bandage care; Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry

Long term benefits Other benefits

Other benefits Free parking available

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Registration by a provincial or territorial, or regional association as Registered Animal Health Technologist, Registered Veterinary Technician

Education

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

Languages English

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