Veterinarian M/f

Overview

Languages
English
Education
~ Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
~ Veterinary clinic

Responsibilities
Tasks
Diagnose diseases or abnormal conditions in individual animals, herds and flocks through physical examinations or laboratory tests
Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds or performing surgery
Vaccinate animals to prevent and treat diseases
Advise clients on feeding, housing, behaviour, breeding, hygiene and general care of animals
Conduct veterinary research related to areas such as animal nutrition, health care products development and disease prevention and control
Enforce government regulations in disease control and food production including animal or animal-based food inspection
Perform routine, emergency and post-mortem examinations
Provide a range of veterinary services including obstetrics, dentistry and euthanasia
Responsible for overall operation of animal hospital, clinic or mobile service to farms
Supervise animal health technologists and animal care workers
Supervision
~1 to 2 people

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
~ Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Certification

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Hand-eye co-ordination
Fast-paced environment
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Repetitive tasks
Work under pressure
Physically demanding
Weight handling
~ Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits