Veterinarian assistant
Ontario 1+ months ago
Job Description
Company: Sunny Bray Veterinary Services Ltd. O/A Comox Valley Animal Hospital
Business information: Comox Valley Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice offering surgical, medical, and preventive health care for cats, dogs, and other small animals. We are always here to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and advise you about your pet's health. Our staff and doctors will always handle your pet kindly.
Business address: 3110 Comox Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 3P8
Work Location: Same as above
Type of Employment: Full-time - Permanent
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Description:
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
Conduct specialized procedures on animals such as animal identification and nail trimming
Counsel clients on animal health care
Produce diagnostic radiographs, collect samples and perform other laboratory tests
Veterinary office management
Perform routine animal dental procedures and assist veterinarians with animal dentistry
Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals
Provide wound and bandage care