1. Healthcare

Updated Feb 6, 2015
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VETERINARIANS REQUIRED __________________________________
ACROSS CANADA
[Jan23] Ottawa ▪ The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) is seeking a veterinarian to manage the Animal Welfare and
National Issues committees. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this Program Manager will play a key role in the
development of Animal Welfare and National Issues related strategies. The veterinarian will work with CVMA staff, committee
members and stakeholders on policies and guidelines that are relevant for veterinary practitioners.
This is a full-time, permanent position located at the CVMA office in Ottawa. If interested, please submit your application, including a
cover letter and resume, by February 9, 2015 to Ms. Natalie Cummins, Comptroller and Manager, Human Resources at
[email protected]. Click here to read the detailed job outline from the CVMA.
ALBERTA
[Jan28] UCVM ▪ Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Clinical Sciences
The University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) is seeking dynamic, experienced, veterinary practitioners with a
passion for veterinary medicine and for teaching. Applications are invited for up to three tenure-track instructor positions in food
animal/bovine, equine, and small animal clinical sciences. Detailed descriptions of these positions can be found here:
http://vet.ucalgary.ca/home/recruitment/faculty-positions
Review of applications will begin February 28, 2015 and continue until the positions are filled. Interested individuals should submit a
curriculum vitae, a statement of expertise and teaching interests, and the names of three referees to: Ms. Linda Butcher, Human
Resources, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine 3280 Hospital Drive N.W. Calgary, AB, Canada T2N 4Z6 e-mail: [email protected]
Those applicants wishing more information are encouraged to visit the website or e-mail [email protected].
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The
University of Calgary respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity. In this connection, at the time of your application, please
answer the following questions:
1. Are you legally entitled to work in Canada Yes/No, and
2. Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? Yes/No
[Jan26] Didsbury ▪ Didsbury Veterinary Services is looking to hire a veterinary student that will have completed 3rd year. This
position will be for the spring/summer 2015 with potential long term employment. We are a 4 veterinarian mixed animal practice
located in Didsbury. Our large animal case load consists of cow/calf, dairy and equine. Please see our website for an overview of our
facility and equipment available. www.didsburyvet.ca. Applicants interested in mixed animal practice can send a résumé to
[email protected].
[Jan08] Red Deer ▪ Lomsnes Veterinary Hospital located in Red Deer, Alberta is seeking a full time Veterinarian. We are a fully
equipped progressive hospital with an incredible staff and even better clients. Here at Lomsnes we take pride in our reputation with
our clients and within the community. We provide a competitive salary, benefits, continuing education, and a flexible schedule.
Please email your résumé to [email protected].
[Dec26] Slave Lake ▪ An enthusiastic, outgoing, veterinarian is required for a progressive companion animal practice in
northwestern Alberta. Slave Lake Veterinary Services is fully equipped with in-house lab (Vettest/Idexx), ultrasonic dental unit,
digital radiography, digital dental radiography, and Avimark computer system. Call is shared between veterinarians. Mileage
allowance, CE allowance and paid time off for CE, paid license and dues, health/dental/disability plan, generous vacation time are
part of our extensive benefit package. Salary is negotiable and dependent on previous experience. Mentorship is strong within our
practice. New graduates are welcome. Slave Lake has a population of 6500 and is located two and a half hours northwest of
Edmonton. The town is located on Lesser Slave Lake, just outside of Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park. This is a fabulous area for
outdoor enthusiasts! Our beautiful lake offers opportunity for kayaking, canoeing, boating and fishing. Numerous trails around the
lake and surrounding area are available for hiking in the summer, and cross country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. If you
have a commitment to excellent patient care, outstanding client service and the desire for a great work/life balance, please contact
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Dr Aimee Green Email: [email protected]; Phone: (780)849-2382; Fax: (780)849-2375. Mail: 121 – 6 Ave NW, Slave Lake, AB T0G
2A1; Website: http://www.peacerivervetclinic.ca.
MANITOBA
[Dec11] Russell ▪ Veterinarian required for a mixed practice in rural Manitoba and Saskatchewan. The clinic boasts an excellent
staff of 2 AHTs and 2 receptionists. The working atmosphere is friendly and cooperative. We are equipped with a new Idexx blood
machine and digital radiography. We also have a bovine ultrasound for pregnancy checking and a second ultrasound for small
animals and horses. There is a Power float for equine dentals and an ultrasonic scaler for small animals. The town of Russell has a
population of 1800 and is growing. It is situated close to Riding Mountain National Park and Asessippi Ski and Winter Park. The town
has many churches, a K-12 school, access to a community college, a hospital and multiple other businesses. There is potential for a
partnership or purchase of the business, to the right person, as the current owner is tired. New graduates are welcome, as we really
enjoy mentoring! Wages are negotiable with experience, but the practice is still growing and funds are not endless. If you might be
interested in working in the Parkland area of Manitoba, contact Dr Cathy Clemence at 204-773-3777 or [email protected].
SASKATCHEWAN
[Jan30] Earl Grey ▪ Mixed Animal veterinarian required immediately. (60% small/40% large animal –mostly beef, equine & some
sheep). Salary & benefits are competitive. We offer CE allowance, paid association fees, health/dental & malpractice insurance and a
clinic vehicle. We currently have a full in-house lab, digital x-rays, equine power float, laser therapy and ultrasonic dental equipment.
We are a progressive practice looking for someone to join our team-oriented, flexible staff. Want to enjoy the benefits of living in a
small friendly community and be only 30 minutes away from Regina? It would be a short commute for a spouse that may work in the
Regina area! Opportunity to buy into practice. Submit résumé to Dr Deb Hupka-Butz @ [email protected] or call 306-939-2264.
[Dec04] Estevan & Weyburn – PAHC is hiring two permanent mixed animal Associate Veterinarians (1 in Weyburn and 1 in Estevan).
Prairie Animal Health Centre is a multi-veterinarian mixed animal practice. We strive along with our professional and energetic staff
to provide high quality medical, surgical, and dental care for all our valued patients. We are a stable and mature practice providing
consistent veterinary care to southeast Saskatchewan. We are committed to helping our patients and clients through having quality
well trained staff and equipment. We have digital radiographs (whole body and dental), ultrasound, otoscopy, Cardell anesthetic
monitoring and in house laboratory. PAHC feels a successful candidate is one that enjoys the challenges and rewards of large animal
medicine with the stability of small animal. The right veterinarian has the opportunity to make an exceptional salary. In addition to
base salary a percentage of productivity is offered. Our compensation package can ease the challenge of relocating with a family to
our booming communities. Lots of extras above salary include: CE allowance, medical benefits, paid dues, and uniform allowance.
Weyburn and Estevan are beautiful cities with close proximity to fishing, hunting and a large choice of recreational activities. Send
résumé to Kristin Caldwell at [email protected] and to Jeremy Ross at [email protected]. Check us out at
www.prairieanimalhealthcentre.com, at www.prairieanimalhealthweyburn.com and on Facebook.
[Jan16] Kelvington ▪ Full-Time Veterinarian wanted for rural practise (50/50 large/small). Clinic is owned by 5 Rural Municipalities.
Clinic is operational and rent free, located 2 ½ hrs from Regina, Saskatoon, Prince Albert. Kelvington is a friendly town of less than
900 people, offering K-12 schools, a new hospital (4 doctors ), RCMP Station, a senior care home and lodgings, SARBI (brain injury) ,
STARS and ambulance services. Plenty of activities- skating and curling rinks, 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, walking trails,
recreational hall and auction market (animals). Surrounding area is agricultural and boasts a provincial park and lake within a ½ hr
drive plus three other recreational lakes, fishing, hunting, cross country ski trails, ATV and toboggan machine trails.
Contact: Stan Elmy (306) 327-4890 Cell (306) 327-8032 or e-mail [email protected].
[Dec03] Regina ▪ 24HR Animal Care Centre is looking for an enthusiastic small animal veterinarian to join our team (full or part time),
starting as soon as possible. Our veterinarians usually work 12 hour shifts, rotating between nights and days. Various work scenarios,
such as job sharing as well as some fixed weekend or night shifts are possible. Our AAHA accredited hospital is fully equipped with
paperless Cornerstone practice management software, full in-house Idexx laboratory, 2 SurgiVet Advisors, ultrasonic dental unit,
digital radiography, digital dental radiography, endoscopy, ultrasound and CytoVetStat. Take a virtual tour at www.24hracc.ca. Come
and join an excellent team that cares for patients 24 hours a day with altruism, compassion, and professionalism. Compensation is
very competitive, commensurate with experience and includes production bonuses, medical benefits and CE. Professional
development is encouraged and time off to pursue personal interests is provided. We look forward to hearing from YOU!
[Jan06] Stoughton ▪ We are looking for a full time mixed animal veterinarian (practice 60% small/40% large). Stoughton is a small
thriving town located 90 min southeast of Regina, 35 min east of Weyburn and 35 min north of Estevan. The practice is well
established and has potential for growth in all species. The clinic is equipped with full in-house lab, digital x-rays, laser therapy,
reproductive ultrasound and equine power float. We offer competitive salary, CE allowance, paid association fee, malpractice
insurance, practice vehicle, group benefits and RRSP plan. Option to purchase. Please submit résumé. Contact: Dr Anne Kernaleguen,
Stoughton Veterinary Services Prof Corp., Box 268, Stoughton, SK S0G 4T0; phone (306)457-3133; e-mail: [email protected]
VOA REQUIRED
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[Jan09] Regina ▪ The Albert North Veterinary Clinic is looking for a full or part time Veterinary Office Assistant to join our AAHA
accredited practice. We are a busy five-veterinarian, five-technician, small animal and exotics practice located in Regina. We are a
bond centered practice with emphasis on high quality medicine and compassionate care. We offer a very competitive salary and
benefits package. Contact Jim Tourand at (306) -545-7211, fax (306) 545-7219, or email to: [email protected].
TECHNOLOGISTS REQUIRED ______________________________________
ALBERTA
[Dec26] Slave Lake ▪ Slave Lake Veterinary Services is looking for an enthusiastic, outgoing RAHT. We are a growing, progressive
small animal practice in northwestern Alberta. Enjoy weekends off with lots to do – we are right on Slave Lake, well known for its
beautiful sandy beaches, excellent fishing, camping, and water sports. We offer competitive wages, paid continuing educations,
uniform allowance, AAAHT dues, a comprehensive benefit package and the opportunity to utilize your AHT skills working with a
dynamic, supportive team. Currently we have 1 full time veterinarian, 1 part time veterinarian, 1 part time AHT, 1 AHT assistant, and
2 receptionists. Our clinic is well-equipped with an in-house lab, ultrasonic dental unit, digital radiography (including dental
radiography) and Avimark software. New grads are welcome. Please email or fax your résumé to Dr Aimee Green at [email protected]
or 1(780)849-2375.
SASKATCHEWAN
[Jan30] Earl Grey ▪ Earl Grey Veterinary Clinic is a mixed 2-veterianarian practice (60% small % 40% large) looking for a second RVT
to join our practice. We are situated about 40 miles north of Regina in a small friendly community. We are seeking applicants who
are enthusiastic & self-motivated to join our team-oriented and flexible staff. We currently have a full in-house lab, digital x-rays,
equine power float, laser therapy and ultrasonic dental equipment. We are offering competitive wages, medical/dental benefits, CE
allowance/paid association membership and a staff discount program. Position available immediately. Please send cover letter and
résumé to [email protected] or mail to Dr Debbie Hupka-Butz, Earl Grey Vet Services, Box 51, Earl Grey SK S0G 1J0. (306) 939-2264.
[Dec09] Esterhazy ▪ Would you like to utilize all of your skills as an RVT? Twin Valley VHS would like to hire
a professional, punctual, and upbeat Vet Tech who excels at taking initiative, has a strong work ethic and has
a sense of humor! At Twin Valley VHS, we operate a very busy mixed practice. We value optimum care,
efficiency and dedication. Our employees perform in accordance with our mission, policies and protocols.
We have an in-house lab with a Scil Vet ABC Plus and VetScan2, a Tonovet, Ultrasounds for equine, bovine
and small animals, in-house and on-farm digital radiology, a new high speed dental unit, Scil V5 monitoring equipment and two
anesthetic machines. We also offer equine dentistry with a power float, in house cytology, echocardiograms, and cranial cruciate
ligament repairs with basic rehabilitation exercises. Employees are offered paid SAVT dues, uniform allowance, group health
benefits, continuing education, subsidized pet care, as well as profit sharing. NEW grads are welcome! If desired, the right candidate
could have potential career advancement into management. Please submit a cover letter, a résumé and three references to
[email protected] or mail to PO Box 1990 Esterhazy, SK S0A 0X0.
[Jan07] Martensville ▪ Are you looking for an exciting job that not only utilizes all of your skills, but also
rewards your hard work and dedication? Martensville Veterinary Hospital, located ten minutes outside of
Saskatoon, is now interviewing applicants for a full time veterinary technologist position. Experience is an
asset; however, we encourage new grads to apply. Our clinic is AAHA and AAFP Feline Friendly Silver
certified– the only clinic in the province with both of these achievements! Come see what it’s like to work in a practice where you
can use all of your technical skills, work in a supportive team environment, and enjoy paid continuing education opportunities that
interest you. We offer health benefits, paid SAVT dues, uniform allowance, group discounted employee pet products and services, as
well as profit sharing. Please send your cover letter and résumé to [email protected].
[Jan16] Regina ▪ Wascana Animal Hospital is now accepting applications for a full-time RVT/AHT. This is a contract term of one year
beginning April 2015. We are a busy, small animal hospital with two veterinarians on staff and are seeking applicants that are
enthusiastic, team-oriented and committed to providing excellent patient care and client education. Duties include radiology,
anesthesiology, and lab work with in-house blood analyzer, performing dentals, assisting in surgeries, admitting/discharging patients,
client education and reception. We offer flexible scheduling and a competitive compensation package, which includes paid vacation,
SAVT dues, sick leave, uniforms and CE, as well as an outstanding staff discount program and an optional health/dental/disability/life
insurance plan. Wage is negotiable depending on experience and includes performance bonuses. Experience is preferred but not
necessarily required. Send résumé to: Wascana Animal Hospital (Attention: Wendy) 3259 Eastgate Drive, Regina, SK
Phone: 306-789-0918 Email: [email protected].
PRACTICE FOR SALE __________________________________________________________________________
[Jan29] MANITOBA ▪ Shoal Lake Veterinary Clinic Box 105 Shoal Lake, MB R0J 1Z0
This is an amazing opportunity to own a mixed practice in Western Manitoba that has continually operated for over 100 years.
Current owners have practiced here for 28 years. Practice was recently evaluated by MNP and found to be a very sound and
sustainable business. There is no real estate to purchase, making the practice extremely affordable. The recently renovated building
and large equipment are owned by a Municipal Board that also pays utility and maintenance costs of facility. The facility includes a
very spacious small animal treatment, surgical and lab area, attached garage for practice vehicles, generous office space and
separate chute and handling systems for obstetrical cases and bull breeding soundness exams. The inventory, vet-owned equipment
and Avimark system that would allow you to start practicing tomorrow is offered for sale at a very reasonable price. This is a great
opportunity to be your own boss at affordable terms and practice in a quiet, safe, family-oriented environment close to many
recreational opportunities. For Information call Bruce Waddell, Shoal Lake Manitoba [email protected] 204 365 7287.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE _______________________________________________________________________
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[Jan15] Ritter/Midmark M11 Ultraclave autoclave. $1500 work order completed in the last year. Works well 2 unit and not
needed. Asking $2700. Email [email protected] if interested.
[Jan15] Powerfloat “Basic kit” with quick connect. Corded. Like new. Also new McPherson full mouth speculum.
Email [email protected] if interested.
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