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registered veterinary technician (RVT)

Kimberley, BC
CA$52,000 - CA$62,400/yearly
Permanent employment Full time

Top Benefits

Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits

About the role

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. 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. Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry. Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals. Provide wound and bandage care. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Registration by a provincial or territorial, or regional association as Registered Animal Health Technologist, Registered Veterinary Technician. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Fast-paced environment. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Work under pressure. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Organized. Team player. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. On call. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: To be determined. Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Life insurance. Long term benefits: Maternity and parental benefits. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. Team building opportunities. Wellness program.

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