small animal veterinarian

Government of Canada; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Alberta, Canada is seeking a qualified veterinarian. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating animals, advising clients on care, and providing various veterinary services. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree and the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Certification. There is no option for remote work, and the position offers benefits such as paid time off and parking availability.

Benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Parking available

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's licence.
• Experience in a veterinary clinic setting is preferred.
• Ability to handle weights up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose diseases or abnormal conditions in animals.
• Treat sick or injured animals with appropriate measures.
• Vaccinate animals to prevent disorders.
• Advise clients on animal care and management.
• Provide veterinary services including dentistry and obstetrics.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Dependability

Accurate

Efficient interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Certification

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Veterinary clinic

Responsibilities

• 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
• Provide a range of veterinary services including obstetrics, dentistry and euthanasia

Credentials

• Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Certification

Transportation / Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication

Benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available