Veterinarian assistant
CHILLIWACK ANIMAL HOSPITAL
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Office
- Veterinary clinic
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Collect samples and perform other 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 direction of veterinarian
- Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian
- May perform a variety of office management and clerical duties
- Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry
Experience and specialization
Area of specialization
- Animal dentistry
- Small animals
- Emergency care
Additional information
Personal suitability
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Organized