Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week Education: Earned doctorate degree Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

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Relocation costs not covered by employer Willing to relocate Veterinary clinic Farms

Tasks

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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 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 Perform and assist in routine surgery

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Certification Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Security and safety

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Bondable Basic security clearance Eligible for professional liability insurance Tuberculosis test Criminal record check Child Abuse Registry check Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Handling heavy loads Manual dexterity Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Fast-paced environment 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

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More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you have experience working in this field? * Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?