Veterinary Technologist / Technician Hourly Pay in Ottawa, Ontario

The average hourly pay for a Veterinary Technologist / Technician in Ottawa, Ontario is C$18.00.

25%

CA$15.22

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CA$18

75%

CA$22.38

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C$15 - C$22

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C$31,913 - C$49,920

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Job Description for Veterinary Technologist / Technician

A veterinary technologist/technician's main task is to assist a veterinarian in the diagnosis and preparation of an animal for treatment. He or she must be able to conduct tests such as X-rays, blood work, dental scans, and medical injections. While a veterinary technologist/technician does not diagnose the animal himself or herself, he or she will work to provide the lead veterinarian with all necessary information in order to make the diagnosis. As such, a veterinary technician's work is often…Read more

Veterinary Technologist / Technician Tasks

Perform tests and administer medical treatments under supervision of a veterinarian.
May have duties explaining to patient owners the nature of treatments and procedures.
Maintain equipment within a veterinarian's laboratory.

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Employees with Veterinary Technologist / Technician in their job title in Edmonton, Alberta earn an average of 26.9% more than the national average. These job titles also find higher than average salaries in Calgary, Alberta (16.3% more) and Winnipeg, Manitoba (15.8% more). The lowest salaries can be found in London, Ontario (9.7% less), Montréal, Québec (9.6% less) and Toronto, Ontario (4.6% less).