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
Perform routine, emergency and post-mortem examinations
Provide a range of veterinary services including obstetrics, dentistry and euthanasia
Supervise animal health technologists and animal care workers

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Certification
Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities




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

Weight handling
Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability
Accurate
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
Resourcefulness

Advantages

Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits

Financial benefits
Commission
Group insurance benefits
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
On-site amenities
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Wellness program

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