veterinarian
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Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry. Work setting: Private practice. Veterinary clinic. Tasks: 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. Perform routine, emergency and post-mortem examinations. Provide a range of veterinary services including obstetrics, dentistry and euthanasia. Supervise animal health technologists and animal care workers. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Certification. Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities. Security and safety: Eligible for professional liability insurance. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: 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: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Personal suitability: Accurate. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Resourcefulness. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Evening. Flexible hours. Morning. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: To be determined. Day. Weekend. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer.