Associate Veterinarian – Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital & Wellness Centre, Winnipeg MB

Employer: Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital & Wellness CentrePosition: Associate VeterinarianTerms of Employment: Permanent / Full TimeLocation: Winnipeg, MBEmployment Address: 100-350 North Town Road, Winnipeg, MB R3Y 0Y4Hours of Work: 32 hours/week (hours may fluctuate depending on the nature of the business and role)Language: EnglishBenefits:•Eligible for discretionary bonuses and increases in salary;•Eligible for transportation costs, and relocation expenses;•Paid vacation/sick leave, Continuing Education (CE) allowance, VIN membership, annual licenses paid;•Extended Medical insurance;•Generous pet policy;•Access to network of over 1000 veterinarians•Malpractice insurance•Signing bonusSalary: $87,000 / yearContact: please send resumes to careers@vetstrategy.com and include “Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital & Wellness Centre” in email subject line.

Duties:•Perform routine therapeutic procedures•Perform Veterinary surgery•Responsible for patient records management•Post-operative observation•Accurate client billing•Participate in continuing education matters•Examine animals and diagnose problems or diseases through physicalexaminations or laboratory tests•Diagnosing and prescribing 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.•Perform routine surgeries and handling emergency cases•Consulting clients on hygiene and general care of their pets. Exemplary skills to work with colleagues, clinic staff, pet parents and community•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.•Keeping up with the flow of the clinic and meeting expected appointment times•Expected to attend monthly DVM and all other team meetings, and contributeideas and feedback at the meetings that will help with the health of the clinic and patientsRequirements:•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 Manitoba 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

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