Veterinarian

Winnipeg Humane Society - Job Posting # 2025-09-04

**Date**:March 11th, 2025

**Position Title**: Veterinarian - Full Time, Full Time Term and Part Time

**Department**: Clinic

**Reports to**: Senior Veterinarian

**Classification**: Non-Union

**Times & days of shifts could vary/change**

**Start Date**: ASAP

**Closing Date for Applicants: Open until filled**

**Position Summary**:
We offer great health benefits, paid licensing, employer-contributed RPP, and a Breakfast Club. Enjoy our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), continued education allowance, and health and wellness initiatives like a Health Savings Account and Marriage & Family Counselling Services.

With great work hours and no overnight shifts, you’ll have a healthy work/life balance. We also have bi-weekly gift card draws, a payday pool, and staff appreciation events. All breaks, including lunch, are paid, and we offer generous paid sick time, wellness days, discretionary days, and paid vacation time.

Come be a part of our team where your well-being and professional development are our top priorities
- **Who we are**:_
- One of the oldest registered Non-Profit charities in Manitoba funded primarily by donations and events.
- An innovative community service organization committed to protecting animals from suffering, and to promoting their welfare and dignity.
- A team of generous partners, donors, hardworking volunteers and committed staff united in the belief that every animal deserves dignity and love.
- One of the largest and more recognized animal shelter and welfare organizations in Canada.
- Always growing, changing, and adapting to meet the expectations of the community and the needs of Winnipeg’s animal population.

**Qualifications**:
1. A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree is required.

2. Currently licensed to practice veterinary medicine with the Manitoba Veterinary

3. At least one year of surgical experience is an asset but not a requirement.

4. Enjoys a high volume, fast paced environment.

5. Excels at working as part of a team.

6. Prior shelter experience is an asset but not a requirement.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
1. Performs high volume spay/neuter surgeries.

2. Perform various other soft tissue surgeries.

3. Performs dental procedures including extractions.

4. Performs medical examination of ill animals and determines treatment.

5. Records medical notes and treatment instructions in computer system.

6. Performs examination and documentation of any seized animals in preparation of

possible court case.

7. Supervises and mentors associate veterinarians, students and volunteers learning the

art of Veterinary Medicine.

8. Conducts or supervises the humane euthanasia of animals

**Standards of Performance**:

- Keeping the mission of The Winnipeg Humane Society in the forefront when performing job duties, as well as when representing The Winnipeg Humane Society both inside and outside the shelter environment.
- Exemplary level of care is provided to each animal consistent with Humane Society policies and procedures.
- Effective communication with fellow staff on an ongoing basis; a respectful workplace is maintained at all times.
- Successful and thorough completion of assigned job duties within reasonable time limits.
- Reliability and diligence in position.

**Exemplifies Winnipeg Humane Society’s Core Values**:

- We let empathy guide our commitment to animal welfare and approach to all individual beings, people, and animals alike.
- We value and accept each other.
- We are committed as an organization to lead with integrity and accountability.
- We are guided by innovation and remain open to change.
- We foster an inclusive, purposeful, and safe communication space.

**Participates in creating a thriving Culture of Philanthropy at Winnipeg Humane Society by**:

- Being knowledgeable and supportive of WHS programs
- Sharing their passion for service to animals, people, and our community with our guests
- Serving as an inspiration to all guests by providing an exemplary level of animal care and guest service
- Being able to communicate a compelling case for support that demonstrates the impact of philanthropy on Winnipeg Humane Society

**How to Apply**:
Forward your resume and cover letter to:
Attention: Kara Holik

**NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE**

The WHS values diversity and equality in its team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person