Overview
Veterinarian, companion animals Jobs in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada at Eagleson Veterinary Clinic
Work Term:
Permanent
Work Language:
English
Hours:
40 hours per week
Education:
Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry
Experience:
3 years to less than 5 years
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
Conduct veterinary research related to areas such as animal nutrition, health care products development and disease prevention and control
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
Supervise animal health technologists and animal care workers
Supervision
3-4 people
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
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 45 kg (100 lbs)
More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Personal suitability
Accurate
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
Screening questions
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Financial benefits
Bonus
Life insurance
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits
Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Other benefits
Free parking available
Other benefits
Team building opportunities
Title: Veterinarian, companion animals
Company: Eagleson Veterinary Clinic
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary)
