Locum Veterinarian

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit animal welfare organization in Newmarket, Ontario, seeks an experienced Locum Veterinarian to perform surgeries and provide medical care to animals. This full-time role involves managing surgical processes, supervising staff, and ensuring the wellbeing of animals. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in small animal surgery and the ability to perform high volumes of procedures in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume surgical setting.
• Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform 25 spay/neuter surgical sterilizations per day.
• Examine animals pre and post-op.
• Supervise handling and recording of controlled substances.

Skills

Small animal surgical experience

Ability to perform 25 surgical sterilizations per day

Strong animal care knowledge

Open daytime availability

Previous supervisory experience

Education

Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Ontario

Member in good standing of the CVO

Job description

Overview

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity and has been operating for 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario; we value all animals and advocate to treat them with respect and kindness. We strive to keep pets and families together and do so through a variety of community support services.

Why You Should Join Our Team

No on-call! Have work/life balance! Help to make a difference in the lives of animals without the long hours and with limited public interaction. Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!

Community Impact

As a Locum Veterinarian you will have direct impact on reducing the pet population and supporting our purpose of keeping pets and people together. The Ontario SPCA operates two spay/neuter clinics, a wellness clinic, SPCA Mobile Animal Wellness Services unit, and hosts MASH-style clinics to bring routine care and spay/neuter services to underserved communities. We also find loving homes for thousands of animals each year at our animal centres across the province - animals who depend on the compassion of a veterinary care team to bring them back to health so they can get their second chance.

We are seeking an experienced licensed Locum Veterinarian with a love for doing surgeries, specifically spay and neuter sterilizations. The Veterinarian will provide daily care and sterilization of all surgical patients and conduct maintenance of preventative health programs and medical protocols within the clinic setting. In partnership with the clinic manager, the Veterinarian will direct the work of RVT’s, VT’s, and VA’s within the clinic.

A Typical Day

• Performing 25 spay/neuter surgical sterilizations per day
• Examining animals pre and post-op
• Provide recommendations for follow up care
• Supervise the handling and recording of controlled substances by veterinary technicians
• Ensuring that equipment, medications, and medical supplies are available and stored in a safe and appropriate manner including safe disposal of narcotics
• Ordering and dispenses medical supplies
• Ensuring Ontario SPCA policies and procedures related to infection control are followed
• Actively support clinic staff and volunteers, and promote the development of skills related to the advancement of our goals and mission
• Direct the work and provide feedback to RVT’s, VT’s and VA’s in the clinic

Set up for Success

• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the province of Ontario
• Be a member in good standing of the CVO
• Small animal surgical experience
• Ability to perform 25 surgical sterilizations per day
• Relevant employment experience in a veterinary clinic
• Previous surgical experience and strong animal care knowledge preferably in a high-volume setting
• Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and to stand for long periods
• Open daytime availability including weekdays and some Saturdays
• Previous supervisory experience an asset

We Can’t Wait to Meet You!

Please forward your resume and cover letter to Human Resources by joining our Talent Community. Please specify your preferred locations.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DEIB and Accessibility

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society embodies a culture that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (“DEIB”) and welcomes applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. Our DEIB practices foster a fair and consistent environment, enabling everyone to feel welcomed, supported and valued in the workplace.

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society provide accommodation during all stages of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please advise us if you are contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 888-668-7722.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices