Veterinarian - Cavan Hills Veterinary Services

Employer: Cavan Hills Veterinary Services 
Position: Associate Veterinarian
Terms of Employment: Permanent / Full Time 
Location: Cavan, ON
Employment Address: 303 Highway 7A, Cavan, ON L0A 1C0
Hours of Work: 36 hours/week
Language: English 

Benefits:   

• Eligible for discretionary bonuses and increases in salary in accordance with company policy;
• Paid vacation/sick leave, Continuing Education (CE) allowance, VIN membership, annual licenses paid;
• Eligible for group retirement and savings plan (RRSP and TFSA) and employer contributions to a deferred profit-sharing plan (subject to benefits eligibility and plan maximum rules);
• Eligible for Dental and Vision coverage; 
• Extended Medical insurance;
• Generous pet policy; 
• Access to network of over 1000 veterinarians;
• Access employer’s sick/wellness day program;
• Malpractice insurance;
• ER Appreciation Program. 

Salary: $120,000 to $130,000 per year 

Contact: please send resumes to careers@vetstrategy.com and include “Cavan Hills Veterinary Services” in email subject line. 

Duties:

• Perform routine therapeutic procedures
• Perform Veterinary surgery in routine and emergency cases
• Responsible for patient records management
• Post-operative observation
• Accurate client billing
• Participate in continuing education matters
• Examine animals and diagnose problems or diseases through physical examinations or laboratory tests
• Diagnose and prescribe medication to sick or injured animals
• Consult with pet owners about preventive healthcare; and carry out medical and surgical procedures, such as vaccinations, dental work, and fractures
• Consult clients on hygiene and general care of their pets.
• Provide a range of veterinary services including obstetrics and euthanasia
• Offer general wellness and vaccinations, nutrition, and weight management programs
• May enforce government regulations in disease control and food production
• Keep up with the flow of the clinic and meeting expected appointment times
• Expected to attend ​monthly DVM and all other team meetings, and contribute ideas and feedback at the meetings that will help with the health of the clinic and patients

Requirements: 

• 4-5 year university degree in veterinary medicine (as well as any required pre-veterinary studies for the university program, if applicable) 
• Completion of national certification examinations or equivalent are required.
• Provincial Licensing in Ontario is required or ability to obtain
• Passion for what you do every day! Enthusiasm, energy, and a positive attitude are a must
• A strong desire to educate and build solid relationships with clients
• Solid communication skills, both when dealing with clients and interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work overnights, evenings, and weekends