Associate Veterinarian

Global Talent Partners Veterinary; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 153,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Continuing Education allowance

Professional dues coverage

Pet care discounts

Paid vacation and personal time off

Monthly team training

Job summary

Global Talent Partners Veterinary in Dartmouth, NS is seeking an Associate Veterinarian. This privately owned, low-stress handling certified facility welcomes all experience levels and bilingual English/French capability.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care in a modern clinic with strong client partnerships. Responsibilities include medical, surgical, and preventive care for companion animals, with emphasis on client education and teamwork with staff.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent recognized degree.
• Eligible for or currently holds a valid license with the NSVMA.
• All experience levels welcome to apply, including new graduates.
• Bilingual (English/French) is a valuable asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medical, surgical, and preventive care to companion animals.
• Practice low-stress handling during exams, diagnostics, and procedures.
• Advise pet parents on nutrition, preventive care, and treatment plans.
• Perform routine surgeries, soft-tissue procedures, and dental treatments.
• Maintain accurate digital medical records and documentation.
• Collaborate with technicians and client support staff.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual English/French

Patient care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

J868709 Dartmouth Nova Scotia USD110K- USD135K / Year

This privately owned, proudly Canadian, state-of-the-art practice serving the Dartmouth community.

• Associate Veterinarian Privately Owned, Low-Stress Handling Certified Practice
• Location: Dartmouth, NS
• Job Type: Full-time or Part-time
• Salary: $110,000- $135,000 per year

As a Low Stress Handling® Silver Certified Facility, they prioritize gentle techniques, fear-free practices, and high-quality medicine. The hospital was custom-designed to provide a safe, welcoming, and calm environment for patients, clients, and our team. The team believes in continuous growth and dedicate time to training every month.

Why Join The Team?

• Independent & Locally Owned: Enjoy collaborative medicine and supportive leadership without corporate rigidity.
• Low-Stress Culture: They value animal welfare, low-stress handling techniques, and strong patient relationships.
• Modern Equipment & Facilities: Access to up-to-date diagnostic tools, surgical suite, digital radiography, and modern software.
• Bilingual Environment: They serve a diverse community and welcome English and French language skills.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous shift scheduling and paid time off to ensure you enjoy living and working in Nova Scotia.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care to companion animals.
• Practice low-stress handling and gentle patient care techniques during check-ups, diagnostics, and procedures.
• Build trusting, informative partnerships with pet parents regarding nutrition, preventative care, and treatment plans.
• Perform routine surgeries, soft-tissue procedures, and dental treatments.
• Maintain complete and accurate digital medical records.
• Collaborate effectively with our dedicated technicians and client support team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent recognized degree.
• Licensure: Eligible for or currently holds a valid license with the Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association (NSVMA).
• Experience: All experience levels are welcome to apply, including confident new graduates.
• Skills: Excellent communication, a compassionate demeanor, and a commitment to low-stress handling principles.
• Bilingualism (English / French) is considered a valuable asset.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + performance incentive/bonus structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Generous Continuing Education (CE) allowance & paid CE days off
• Coverage of professional dues
• Generous personal pet care discounts
• Paid vacation and personal time off
• Monthly paid team training & career development

If you are passionate about providing high-quality, low stress veterinary care in a warm, team-centered environment, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive Salary , Paid Vacations , Dental Insurance , Professional Development Assistance , Relocation assistance , Non-compete , Fear Free Practice , Production % bonus , 401k