Associate Veterinarian: Flexible Hours, Mentorship & Growth

MARS Veterinary; Markham; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Employer Match (5%)

Paid time off for CE, vacation, sick,

Annual CE allowance

Mentorship and professional growth

Job summary

VCA Canada in Markham, Ontario seeks an Associate Veterinarian to deliver high-quality patient care and build strong relationships with pet parents. The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing professional development, and compassionate service within a supportive hospital environment.

The position offers flexible compensation models and is suitable for candidates with a minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience. Join a team dedicated to clinical excellence and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• DVM degree, licensed or eligible to practice in Canada.
• Minimum 2 years hospital experience post-graduation.
• Flexible availability for weekdays, evenings and Saturdays.
• Champion of Team-Based practices, collaborative care.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness and preventive care, including vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, laboratory screening, and wellness planning.
• Maintain a full schedule of 10 mixed appointments per shift while addressing walk-ins.
• Provide routine dental care, including exams and cleanings, with preventive/follow-up care.
• Support senior pets with monitoring health and chronic conditions.
• Build trusted relationships with pet owners through clear communication and compassionate care.
• Perform routine surgical procedures such as spay and neuter, laceration repair, and umbilical hernia.
• Maintain accurate medical records and follow hospital protocols.
• Collaborate within a team-based veterinary medicine environment.

Skills

DVM degree

Licensed to practice in Canada

2+ years post-grad experience

Flexible schedule

Team-based care

Empathetic communicator

Clinical confidence

Strong diagnostic skills

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Job description

VCA Canada in Markham, Ontario seeks an Associate Veterinarian to deliver high-quality patient care and build strong relationships with pet parents. The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing professional development, and compassionate service within a supportive hospital environment.

The position offers flexible compensation models and is suitable for candidates with a minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience. Join a team dedicated to clinical excellence and work-life balance.