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Veterinary Stockman

Veterinary Compounder

Minimum 10th pass and Stockman Training Certificate Course

Preferably minimum 6 months of experience required

The tasks a Stockman is expected to perform include:

Cleaning barns and cattle by washing with water

Arranging cattle grazing on natural pastures

Looking after new-born baby animals

Feeding, cleaning and housing animals

Buying, weighing and storing feed of stock

Conducting artificial insemination of cattle for improved breed

Treating minor ailments of cattle

Attending to the castration of male stock

Keeping records of pedigrees, coverings, births, etc.

Undertaking operations in yard for raising and breeding of stock

Knowledge of behaviour of different animals or birds

Basic knowledge of cures for minor ailments and injuries

Skilled in getting blood, urine and other samples from animals

Knowledge of physiological state of animals

Knowledge of different breeds

Knowledge of the dangers when handling animals or birds

Not applicable

Detail-oriented

Empathetic

Observant

Confident

Good at handling animals

It is not a desk job

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Hospitals/clinics usually work for 6/7 days a week and 9/10 hours everyday. This may vary from hospital to hospital

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?This job is suitable for candidates with One Arm (OA) and those who have their Hearing Impaired (HH)

This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)

Occupational hazards include stress on eyes, mental and physical strain, joint pains, etc., if not taken care of

For freshers - INR 3,000 to INR 5,000 per monthFor candidates with experience - INR 5,000 to INR 20,000 per month (These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Overview of Healthcare Sector in India

Healthcare has become one of India's largest sectors - both in terms of revenue and employment. The Indian healthcare industry is growing at a tremendous pace due to its strengthening coverage, services and increasing expenditure by public as well private players. The Indian Healthcare sector grew fromUS$ 45 billionin 2008 toUS$ 81 billionin 2014, and is projected to continue its rapid expansion, with an estimated market value of US$ 280 billion by 2020.

India has the largest livestock population of more than 500 million heads, which accounts for 15% of the world population. The demand of veterinarians to take care of this huge livestock is on the rise. Due to the new policies and commercialization of veterinary industry, many companies and hospitals have begun to demand more veterinary professionals. Therefore, Stockman has a bright future in both government and private sector.

Government hospitals and dispensaries

Private hospitals

Animal clinics

Animal homes like stables, etc.

Cities and towns across India

Will be updated

Government universities/colleges

Private universities/colleges

Will be updated