Veterinarian in Newmarket, Ontario at The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

Part-time Veterinarian

up to 32 hours per week

York Spay and Neuter Clinic- Wellness Clinic

Who We Are

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity and has been operating for over 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario; we value all animals and advocate to treat them with respect and kindness. We strive to keep pets and families together and do so through a variety of community support services.

Our Values

Our core values include having compassion for the people and animals we serve. Being transparent with the individuals we interact with every day and the team members we work with. Each day striving for excellence in relation to animal welfare. Collaborating with one another to ensure a team spirit in caring for the animals. We take accountability for our actions and the impact we are making in pet-related care. All our values add up to ensure the upmost care, comfort and compassion and to treat the animals and the communities we serve with respect and kindness.

• Compassion
• Transparency
• Excellence
• Collaboration
• Accountability

Why You Should Join Our Team

No on-call! Have work/life balance! Help to make a difference in the lives or animals without the long hours and with limited public interaction. Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!

• Create a brighter future for animals in need and the people who love them!
• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits (For permanent full-time employees)
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Paid sick time (For permanent full-time employees)
• 3 weeks of vacation to start!
• Predictable daytime hours
• Free onsite parking
• Discount on Ontario SPCA apparel, Paws & Give merchandise, Virtual pet care, and pet food too!
• Opportunities for professional development

Community Impact

As a Veterinarian you will a have direct impact on reducing the pet population and supporting our purpose of keeping pets and people together. The Ontario SPCA operates four spay/neuter clinics, wellness clinics, SPCA Mobile Animal Wellness Services unit, and hosts MASH-style clinics to bring routine care and spay/neuter services to underserved communities. We also find loving homes for thousands of animals each year at our animal centres across the province – animals who depend on the compassion of a veterinary care team to bring them back to health so they can get their second chance.

Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced licensed Veterinarian with a love for doing wellness appointments. The Veterinarian will provide daily care of patients and conduct maintenance of preventative health programs and medical protocols within the clinic setting.

A Typical Day

• Conduct wellness examinations for cats and dogs (approximately 10–13 appointments per day).

• Perform preventive healthcare services, including vaccinations and annual health assessments.
  Perform humane euthanasia procedures with compassion and professionalism.

• Collect and interpret diagnostic samples, including blood tests and other in-house
  diagnostics

• Prescribe and dispense parasite prevention, including flea, tick, and heartworm medications.
  Educate clients on preventive care, nutrition, parasite control, and overall pet health.

• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records.

• Collaborate with the veterinary team to ensure efficient patient flow and exceptional client care.

• Adhere to hospital protocols and maintain high standards of patient care and safety.

Set up for Success!

• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the province of Ontario
• Be a member of good standing of the CVO
• Small animal surgical experience
• Relevant employment experience in a veterinary clinic
• Previous surgical experience and strong animal care knowledge
• Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and to stand for long periods
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous supervisory experience an asset

We Can’t Wait to Meet You!

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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society embodies a culture that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (“DEIB”) and welcomes applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. Our DEIB practices foster a fair and consistent environment, enabling everyone to feel welcomed, supported and valued in the workplace.

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society provide accommodation during all stages of the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please advise us if you are contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 888-668-7722.