Winnipeg Humane Society – Job Posting # 2025-09-04
Date: March 11th, 2025
Position Title: Veterinarian, Full Time and Part Time
Department: Clinic
Reports to: Senior Veterinarian
Classification: Non-Union

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you looking for something completely different than private practice? Do you want to opportunity to be mentored and gain experience in surgical procedures in a fun and rewarding environment? Apply at the Winnipeg Humane Society!
We offer great health benefits, paid licensing, employer-contributed RPP, and a Breakfast Club. Enjoy our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), continued education allowance, and health and wellness initiatives like a Health Savings Account and Marriage & Family Counselling Services.
With great work hours and no overnight shifts, you’ll have a healthy work/life balance. We also have bi-weekly gift card draws, a payday pool, and staff appreciation events. All breaks, including lunch, are paid, and we offer generous paid sick time, wellness days, discretionary days, and paid vacation time.
Come be a part of our team where your well-being and professional development are our top priorities!
Reporting directly to the Senior Vet(s), the successful candidate will join a team of 4 other veterinarians and 20 other clinic staff at the WHS veterinary clinic. The WHS is comprised of approximately 182 employees and many more volunteers who are dedicated to protecting animals from suffering and promoting their welfare and dignity. The successful applicant needs to be an enthusiastic team member who will work towards the WHS vision and practice exemplary medicine.
Who we are:
· One of the oldest registered Non-Profit charities in Manitoba funded primarily by donations and events.
· An innovative community service organization committed to protecting animals from suffering, and to promoting their welfare and dignity.
· A team of generous partners, donors, hardworking volunteers and committed staff united in the belief that every animal deserves dignity and love.
· One of the largest and more recognized animal shelter and welfare organizations in Canada.
· Always growing, changing, and adapting to meet the expectations of the community and the needs of Winnipeg’s animal population.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree is required.
2. Currently licensed to practice veterinary medicine with the Manitoba Veterinary
   Medical Association or eligible for licensing. Please note that we are currently unable to offer mentorship opportunities. As a result, we are only accepting applications from fully licensed veterinarians.
3. At least one year of surgical experience is an asset but not a requirement.
4. Enjoys a high volume, fast paced environment.
5. Excels at working as part of a team.
6. Prior shelter experience is an asset but not a requirement.

1. Performs high volume spay/neuter surgeries.
2. Perform various other soft tissue surgeries.
3. Performs dental procedures including extractions.
4. Performs medical examination of ill animals and determines treatment.
5. Records medical notes and treatment instructions in computer system.
6. Performs examination and documentation of any seized animals in preparation of
   possible court case.
7. Supervises and mentors associate veterinarians, students and volunteers learning the
   art of Veterinary Medicine.
8. Conducts or supervises the humane euthanasia of animals