veterinary assistant

Work setting

• Veterinary clinic

Tasks

• Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery
• Counsel clients on animal health care
• May perform a variety of office management and clerical duties
• Perform reception and clerical duties

Area of work experience

• Veterinary
• Cleaning

Area of specialization

• Small animals

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 30 to 40 hours per week