•  Start date: As soon as possible
•  Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

 

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities; Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Certification

Experience

Experience an asset

Specific Skills

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; Provide a range of veterinary services including obstetrics, dentistry and euthanasia; Perform routine, emergency and post-mortem examinations

Additional Skills

Supervise animal health technologists and animal care workers

Weight Handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Work Setting

Veterinary clinic; Private practice

Security and Safety

Eligible for professional liability insurance

Transportation/Travel Information

Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Ability to Supervise

3-4 people

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability

 

How to apply

By email:

[email protected]

Advertised until:

2019-07-20

Intended job posting audience

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.