| Record #: 5605
Veterinary Practice Information:
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Name:
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Dr. Beverly Dawe, Chief Veterinary Officer |
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Practice Name: |
Animal Health Division - Department of Fisheries, Forestry & Agrifoods |
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Address:
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1 Weigh Scales Rd. Western Agriculture Center |
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City:
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Pynn's Brook |
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State:
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NF |
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Country:
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CANADA |
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Zip Code:
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A0L 1K0 |
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Telephone:
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1(709)639-2121 |
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EMail:
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beverlydawe@gov.nl.ca |
Job Description:
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Objective:
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Regional Large Animal Veterinarians offer ambulatory preventative and emergency services to a large progressive dairy industry as well as a variety of equine, beef, small ruminant, porcine, fur animal, poultry and wildlife. Duties also include consultation on food safety (milk and meat quality), animal welfare, monitoring/surveillance of disease of zoonotic & public health concern. Your daily routine will never be boring as our clientele encompasses a wide range of agricultural producers and the odd moose or polar bear! This is a great opportunity to grow professionally and participate in meaningful and fulfilling work! |
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Training Required:
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Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine & eligibility for veterinary licensure in Newfoundland and Labrador. |
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Experience Desired:
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Understanding of agricultural production systems in addition to preventative and emergency care of large animals. |
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Salary:
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On call is shared between vets. Generous annual leave, benefits and sick leave are provided. We welcome applications from all experience levels. To apply, visit https://www.hiring.gov.nl.ca/job-details/30165 |
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Benefits:
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Come enjoy beautiful coastal landscapes, outdoor activities for all seasons (hiking, cross country, kayaking, snowmobiling, skiing, etc.). The West Coast is home to many world renowned National and Provincial Parks and is known for abundant provincial talent in the arts. Get in touch with us directly if you have questions about work, lifestyle or finding your next home/adventure. |
Species Percentages:
| Beef: |
5 |
Dairy: |
70 |
Swine: |
0 |
Small Ruminants: |
5 |
| Equine: |
10 |
Poultry: |
5 |
Exotics: |
5 |
Small Animals: |
0 |
Environment:
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Facilities provided by the veterinary practice:
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The Western Agriculture Centre & Research Station is home to a large animal veterinary pharmacy and an extensive in-house full service animal health diagnostic laboratory & postmortem building. |
| Other Personnel : |
Pynn's Brook veterinarians are supported by a registered veterinary technician and a medical laboratory technologist. In addition to seasonal or contact employees (summer students, locum vets, administrative help). Work is also supported by a Provincial Pathologist, General Programs Manager & Provincial Animal Welfare Coordinator. |
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Practice strengths and emphasis of the business:
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Excellent potential to build professional skills and interests for the foundation of a solid career. Interesting and impactful work that extends beyond individual animal medicine and surgery. Exposure and opportunity to contribute to government, regulatory and industry policy development. |
| Practice Area: |
Centered out of Pynn's Brook on the West Coast - includes the western portion of the Island and Labrador. |
Date job was submitted: 8/21/2024
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