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Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. Work setting: Animal hospital. Tasks: 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. Conduct and assist in laboratory research. May perform a variety of office management and clerical duties. Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals. Provide wound and bandage care. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Standing for extended periods. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Experience: 1 to less than 7 months.