Veterinary Advisor, CNIB Guide Dogs

　　Full Time, Permanent

　　Beckwith, ON

　　Reports to: Director, Operations & Business Development, CNIB Guide Dogs

　　Direct Reports: Yes

　　Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.

　　Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities. We believe our new strategic plan, The Way Forward, will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast. Working with us means that you'll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that's committed to changing what it is to be blind today.

　　We're looking for a mission-driven Veterinary Advisor, CNIB Guide Dogs who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.

　　Your Impact at CNIB

　　Providing veterinary advice and expertise and monitor the health and welfare and veterinary care of all dogs in the program.

　　Ensuring that all dogs in the program are kept up to date with vaccines, preventatives, routine examinations, and vet procedures.

　　Liaise with veterinarians across Canada who provide the primary treatment for CNIB Guide Dogs and puppies (including coordinating, reviewing, and authorizing the arrangements with veterinary clinics for various tests, treatments, and procedures) to ensure that the dogs are receiving appropriate care according to CNIB Guide Dogs' guidelines and IGDF Standards.

　　Developing and maintaining guidelines, policies and procedures that meet IGDF Standards for the veterinary care, welfare and breeding of all dogs in the CNIB Guide Dogs program.

　　Producing and maintaining current dog health and welfare information pack for staff, volunteers, and clients.

　　Advising handlers, volunteers and training staff on routine and emergency care of their dogs including offering dog first aid and minor ailment advice.

　　Attending conferences, lectures, online-courses, reading journals and consulting with specialists in order to maintain competency and a high level of knowledge regarding current veterinary issues in order to make the best decisions for all dogs in the CNIB Guide Dogs program.

　　Manage and supervise staff within the Veterinary Health Team including Veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technicians, Coordinator Canine Health and Nutrition Partners, Veterinary Assistants, Reproduction Technicians, and oversee the efficient operations of the current on-site veterinary satellite clinic.

　　Provide reproductive medical care including semen collection, handling, assessment, storage of fresh/fresh chilled/frozen samples and perform AI (vaginal, transcervical) and whelp support when required.

　　Veterinary services including examinations, dispensing and provision of medication, radiographs, elective procedures, and surgeries.

　　Act as the Facility Director to develop and implement plan to have both CNIB Guide Dogs Canine Campus and Puppy Development Centre on site veterinary clinics meet the Accreditation Standards for Veterinary Facilities in Ontario and obtain and maintain accreditation status by the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO).

　　Support “On Call’ team providing appropriate advice and on-site support if required (in reference to team support, vet services and for whelps).

　　Who you are:

　　Education and Certifications

　　Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM); qualified small animal veterinarian with current licence with The College of Veterinarians of Ontario.

　　Over 5 years post qualification in the field of veterinary medicine, specializing in the care and welfare of small animals, primarily dogs.

　　Experience and Qualifications

　　Experience with Canine Reproduction an asset.

　　Previous experience with Guide or Service Dog program an asset.

　　Must demonstrate a full understanding of dog health issues and veterinary care.

　　Must possess knowledge of current medical practices regarding dog care and welfare.

　　Must be comfortable dealing with Guide Dog Handlers, volunteers, veterinarians and staff in a professional, caring and respectful manner while showing a high level of knowledge in the field of veterinary medicine.

　　Strong organizational skills.

　　Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.

　　Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset.

　　Perks

　　We offer industry leading comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards packages and a wide range of perks, including:

　　Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and schedules.

　　Opportunities for professional development and growth, including internal inclusion, diversity equity and accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.

　　Competitive paid time off inclusive of annual vacation entitlement, additional paid holidays, wellness days, and personal days.

　　Group insurance benefits include dental, health and vision care.

　　Employer-sponsored pension plan.

　　Years of service awards and year-round rewards as part of our employee recognition program.

　　Enticing internal employee referral program.

　　Be Part of Our Mission

　　If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application. Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.

　　Closing date: March 4, 2024

　　Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.

　　Working Together for Change

　　Our diversity is our strength – we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

　　CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.

　　Learn more about our mission here (https://www.cnib.ca/en?region=on%5C) .