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Equine Ambulatory Veterinarian, Large Animal Clinical Sciences

Hybrid
Saskatoon, SK
CA$87,266 - CA$145,353/per annum
Mid Level
Full-Time

About the role

#Equine Ambulatory Veterinarian, Large Animal Clinical Sciences

##Summary:

The equine ambulatory veterinarian provides on‑farm primary, preventative, and emergency medical care to horses within the local community. This role focuses on delivering routine services, such as dental care, reproductive management, performance horse medicine, and minor surgical procedures. The veterinarian also plays a key role in clinical teaching by supervising and instructing final‑year veterinary students, interns, and residents during field service rotations. This position utilizes modern portable diagnostic and therapeutic equipment to support high‑quality patient care. Additionally, this role contributes to both clinical service and teaching within the college.

##Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provides on‑farm primary, preventative, and emergency medical care to equine patients
  • Supervises and instructs final‑year veterinary students, equine practice interns, and residents during ambulatory rotations
  • Performs routine equine dental care, including assessments and corrective procedures
  • Delivers reproductive management services, such as breeding evaluations and pregnancy monitoring
  • Carries out minor surgical procedures appropriate for field-based care
  • Provides performance horse medicine, including diagnostics and treatment plans tailored to athletic horses
  • Utilizes portable diagnostic equipment, such as digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, and therapeutic devices
  • Coordinates referral-based care in collaboration with specialty service professionals
  • Contributes to departmental teaching activities, such as lectures, laboratories, and demonstrations
  • Provides feedback and completes assessments and grading for students participating in ambulatory rotations
  • Maintains accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical records for all equine patients seen in the field
  • Responds to after-hours and on‑call requests as part of the equine field service team
  • Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment
  • Engages in continuous learning by participating in activities, training, and events related to Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion
  • Demonstrates respect and dignity for all members of the community, actively contributes to an environment of acceptance and inclusion of others and responds to different perspectives from a place of curiosity, respect, and non-judgement
  • Undertakes related duties, as assigned, consistent with the nature of the position

##Qualifications:

  • A Doctor in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
  • Licensed with the Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association
  • A valid class five driver’s license
  • Minimum of three years’ experience in equine ambulatory practice including equine primary care, preventative medicine, and emergency response
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders in a multi‑clinician field service and referral hospital environment
  • Familiarity with clinical instruction and mentorship is preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
  • Ability to travel frequently within the province

**Department:**Large Animal Clinical Sciences
**Status:**Permanent

**Employment Group:**ASPA
**Full Time Equivalent (FTE):**1.0

**Salary:**The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $87,266.00 - 145,353.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

**Salary Family (if applicable):**Specialist Professional

**Salary Phase/Band:**Phase 3

**Posted Date:**3/9/2026

**Closing Date:**4/19/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
**Number of Openings:**1
**Work Location:**May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve:EDI Framework for Action**.** We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by thedeybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policyand the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, pleasecontact usfor assistance.

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