Veterinarian

Great Slave Animal Hospital Ltd. based in Yellowknife, NT is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Veterinarian who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Weekend, Shift, Overtime and On Call.

Employer Name: Great Slave Animal Hospital Ltd.
Position: Veterinarian
No. of vacancies: 3
Salary: $52.50 to $60.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 37 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Yellowknife, NT

Also hiring: General farm worker

Hiring: Veterinarian

Job Description

  • The candidate must diagnose diseases or abnormal conditions in individual animals, herds, and flocks using physical examinations or laboratory tests.
  • The candidate must treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medications, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery.
  • The candidate must vaccinate animals to prevent and treat diseases.
  • The candidate will be responsible for advising clients on feeding, housing, behavior, breeding, hygiene, and general care of animals.
  • The candidate must provide a range of veterinary services, including obstetrics, dentistry, and euthanasia.
  • The candidate will be responsible for the overall operation of an animal hospital, clinic, or mobile service to farms.
  • The candidate will be responsible for supervising animal health technologists and animal care workers.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in English language.
  • The candidate must hold a Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry, or have equivalent experience.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must be able to supervise 3 to 4 people.
  • The candidate must have Canadian Veterinary Medical Association certification.
  • The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 9 kg (20 lbs).
  • The candidate should be accurate.
  • The candidate should be dependable.
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • The candidate must be flexible.
  • The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.
  • The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.

Work setting

  • The candidate must work in a veterinary clinic.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check.

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate should have an eye for details.
  • The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
  • The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
  • The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

finance@gsah.ca

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Job reference number- 3411
  • Cover letter
  • References attesting experience
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Proof of the requested certifications
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