Languages English

Education

Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Specific Skills

Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds or performing surgery; Diagnose diseases or abnormal conditions in individual animals, herds and flocks through physical examinations or laboratory tests; Vaccinate animals to prevent and treat diseases; Advise clients on feeding, housing, behaviour, breeding, hygiene and general care of animals; Provide a range of veterinary services including obstetrics, dentistry and euthanasia; Perform routine, emergency and post-mortem examinations

Work Setting Veterinary clinic

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods

Work Location Information Willing to relocate

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Dependability; Values and ethics; Reliability