Summary Veterinarian Assistant in Yukon

Find key facts and figures about working as a veterinarian assistant. The following information is applicable to all Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians (NOC 32104).

Description

Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians provide technical support to veterinarians by caring for animals and assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health disorders. They are employed in veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, animal shelters, humane societies, zoos, animal research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies and government. Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians who are supervisors are included in this unit group.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$22.33/hour

Median wage in Yukon

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Prospects

Varies

The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.

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Jobs

80 jobs

advertised in Canada

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Competencies

  • Instructing
  • Monitoring
  • Time Management
  • Management of Material Resources
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment

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