POSITION TITLE: Large Animal Associate Veterinarian – Full Time
Metzger Veterinary Services (MVS) is a veterinary practice that was established in 2002 by Dr. Ken Metzger, in Ontario, Canada. We offer a full range of veterinary services including emergency and preventative health consultations. We serve a considerable portion of Ontario’s livestock industry. Providing unparalleled customer service is our top priority.
MVS staff members can expect continuous learning, teamwork, and job satisfaction. We are committed to a strong family-oriented culture. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as a Large Animal Veterinarian.
Pay range: $100,000 - $170,000
Signing Bonus: $15,000
Job Duties:
- Collaborate with the MVS support team to achieve the best results possible in animal health, production, quality, and care
- Perform diagnosis of health challenges, develop treatment plans in conjunction with clients and assist in implementation on farm
- Assist in training on correct animal husbandry practices
- Provide a summary of site visits for inclusion in client files
- Perform export inspections as required
- On farm support of quality control programs through site assessments and evaluations
- Find opportunities and work with stakeholders to develop plans which proactively improve the health of client herds, including biosecurity and vaccination support
- Remain informed about industry developments, scientific breakthroughs, and best practices
- Support and advocate for the highest standard in animal welfare
Activities in support of these duties can include farm visits, on farm training, animal post-mortems, slaughter checks, lifting and securing animals, and paperwork as required.
Benefits of Joining our Team:
- Industry leading compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Flex time
- Staff events
- Paid CE days and budget
- Supplemental work attire and supplies budget
- Membership dues coverage
- Paid vacation time
- Stocked employee kitchen
Requirements for Application:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree, licensed or can be licensed to practice in Ontario
- Current knowledge of information technology
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Ideal Candidate:
- Has ability to develop and maintain trusting and effective internal and external relationships
- Supports and encourages a positive culture while driving for the best results possible in all situations
This is a full-time position based in Ontario, Canada.
Apply now! Contact Lindsay Poppe at Lindsay.poppe@metzgervet.com.
Metzger Veterinary Services is dedicated to maintaining a respectful, fair and equitable work environment,
and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants. We are committed to providing a barrier free
workplace. If accommodation is required during the selection or interview process it will be available upon
request. This job posting is available in an accessible format upon request.