Summary Veterinarian near Lethbridge (AB)
Find key facts and figures about working as a veterinarian. The following information is applicable to all Veterinarians (NOC 31103).
Note: Some information in this job profile is based on the 2016 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC).
Description
Veterinarians prevent, diagnose and treat diseases and disorders in animals and advise clients on the feeding, hygiene, housing and general care of animals. They can also perform surgical procedures. They work in private practice or may be employed by animal clinics, farms, laboratories, government or industry.
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Requirements
University
This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).
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Wages
$96,817 /year
Median wage in Alberta
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Prospects
Good
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Jobs
1 job
advertised near Lethbridge (AB)
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Skills
- Diagnose diseases or abnormal conditions in individual animals, herds and flocks through physical examinations or laboratory tests
- Hire and train staff
- Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds or performing surgery
- Administer budget
- Vaccinate animals to prevent and treat diseases
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