Veterinary specialist
Last updated on January 18, 2024BC Public Service veterinary specialists perform specialist veterinary work requiring graduation from a university of recognized standing with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and post-graduate training to the diploma, Masters or PhD level.
Must be licensed to practice by the British Columbia Veterinary Medical Association.
Duties include:
- Performing specialized duties in the areas of veterinary pathology, bacteriology, virology, toxicology, or other specialties such as epidemiology
- Providing expert advice and recommendations regarding the health and welfare of BC livestock, poultry, wildlife, or fish/shellfish; providing accurate diagnostic services
- Compiling reports and interpreting results
- Recommending preventative programs; carrying out special investigations or research projects, including writing articles for publication or presentation to veterinary practitioners, the scientific community, other agencies, producers or the public
- Performing other related duties as required
Applicable job codes
| PEA | |
|---|---|
| Job code | 303147 |
| Salary plan | PEA |
| Bargaining unit code | 2 |
Salary
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