Veterinary Practitioner for Livestock
3 months ago
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
Peterborough Veterinary Services
Full time
Veterinarian Role- Employment Type: Temporary
- Language Requirement: English
- Work Schedule: 40 hours per week
- Educational Qualifications: Degree in veterinary medicine, dentistry, medicine, or optometry
- Experience Level: 1 to less than 7 monthsWork Environment
- Veterinary clinic
- Agricultural settingsKey Responsibilities
- Diagnose animal illnesses through physical assessments or lab analyses
- Administer treatment to sick or injured animals, including medication and surgical procedures
- Provide immunizations to prevent diseases
- Offer guidance to clients regarding animal care
- Implement government regulations related to disease management
- Conduct routine and emergency health examinations
- Oversee operations within the animal hospital
- Supervise veterinary technicians and support staffSupervisory Responsibilities
- Manage a team of 1 to 2 individualsRequired Certifications and Licenses
- Certification from the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association
- Licensure from provincial or territorial authoritiesSafety and Security Requirements
- Criminal background check
- Verification of driver's license validityWork Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Ability to handle heavy loads
- Manual dexterity is essential
- Attention to detail is crucial
- Physically demanding tasks
- Ability to work under pressure
- Fast-paced work environment
- Extended periods of standingDesired Personal Attributes
- Detail-oriented
- Reliable
- Efficient
- Collaborative team player
- ResourcefulHealth Benefits Offered
- Dental coverage
- Disability insurance
- Health care coverage
- Vision care benefitsFinancial Incentives
- Reimbursement for fuel expenses
- Group insurance optionsAdditional Perks
- Training provided at the employer's expense