POSITION TITLE: Swine and/or Poultry Veterinarian – Full Time
Looking for a change of pace? Ready to explore a vibrant province with stunning landscapes? Or maybe you're eager to expand your skills in herd health medicine. Prairie Livestock Veterinarians (PLV) is a team of dedicated veterinary professionals providing advanced strategies and solutions to support food animal production. With deep roots in agriculture and a long history of serving producers and industry collaborators, we are committed to animal health, innovation, and sustainable livestock production. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated veterinarian to join our team, working with swine and/or poultry. Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced vet, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds—small animal, cattle, dairy, or other fields—who have a passion for herd health management.
This is a full-time position that is based out of Lethbridge, Alberta. At PLV, we foster a supportive, people-oriented culture where continuous learning, mentorship, and collaboration are valued. We take pride in offering a great work environment along with a comprehensive benefits plan. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated veterinarian to join our team.
Job Description:
- Provide comprehensive veterinary care to swine herds and/or poultry flocks, including diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases with a focus on epidemiology
- Conduct regular health assessments and develop herd and/or flock health plans.
- Perform export assessments and complete paperwork for exportation of livestock.
- Perform surgical procedures and monitor anesthesia.
- Assess welfare and biosecurity as well as develop solutions and tools with producers.
- Work with producers on quality assurance programs
- Auditing quality assurance programs, health programs and welfare practices.
- Collaborate with swine and poultry producers to optimize herd management practices.
- Educate clients on best practices for swine and/or poultry health and biosecurity.
- Stay current with advancements in swine and/or poultry veterinary medicine and apply new techniques and treatments.
- Data analysis
- Opportunities for research collaboration
Benefits of Joining our Team:
- Comprehensive health and benefits package
- Staff appreciation events
- Paid continuing education days and budget
- Paid membership dues
- Team member pricing – pet supplies
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid vacation time, flex days and birthday off
Qualifications and Skills Required:
- DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Permanent resident, eligibility for PR or Citizen of Canada
- A positive and professional manner with clients and co-workers
- Respect for the ethics of veterinary medicine and food animal production
- Respect for safety protocols
- Commitment to confidentiality
- Team player mentality and a drive to excel in your field
- Attention to detail and good time management skills
- Comfortable working around livestock
Interested applicants may apply by emailing [email protected]
Prairie Livestock Veterinarians is dedicated to maintaining a respectful, fair, and equitable work environment, and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants. We are committed to providing a barrier free workplace. If accommodation is required during the selection or interview process it will be available upon request. This job posting is available in an accessible format upon request.
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
