Board Certified Small Animal Surgeon

CORE Veterinary Surgical Clinic; Halifax; Sur place; CAD 250 000 - 350 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits package

Paid CE leave

Licensing & professional dues paid

Résumé du poste

Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital in Halifax, Nova Scotia, seeks a second Board-Certified Small Animal Surgeon to join our growing team. Full-time and part-time schedules are available.

We welcome surgeons with an orthopedic focus or combined orthopedic and soft-tissue interests, and experience in surgical oncology or minimally invasive techniques is valued. Beyond the operating room, this role offers opportunities to develop the orthopedic service and influence the future of

Responsabilités

• Join an existing surgical service and work alongside clinicians in Internal Medicine, Anesthesiology, Emergency and Critical Care, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Radiology, Dermatology, and Exotics.
• Help develop our orthopedic service and influence the future of a growing specialty hospital.
• Collaborate across disciplines and communicate clearly with clients and referring veterinarians.

Description du poste

Join an established Surgery team. Help shape what comes next.

Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital is seeking a second Board-Certified Small Animal Surgeon to join our growing team in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Full-time and part-time schedules are available.

We are particularly interested in a Surgeon with an orthopedic focus or a combination of orthopedic and soft-tissue interests. Experience in surgical oncology or minimally invasive surgery would also be welcomed. Beyond the operating room, this is an opportunity to help develop our orthopedic service and influence the future of a growing specialty hospital.

For someone interested in a broader role, we would also welcome a conversation about a potential Medical Director position in the hospital.

Surgery at Coastal Care

Our surgeons care for planned referral cases and patients presenting through our 24-hour emergency service. You would join an existing surgical service and work alongside clinicians in Internal Medicine, Anesthesiology, Emergency and Critical Care, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Radiology, Dermatology, and Exotics.

Coastal Care is a Canadian-owned, purpose-built emergency and specialty hospital serving patients from across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. Our 20,000+ square foot facility includes three operating suites, a dedicated ICU, on-site CT, C-arm, MRI, and a Canadian Animal Blood Bank location. We also have a learning centre developed in collaboration with the Atlantic Veterinary College.

We are looking for a surgeon who enjoys working with colleagues across disciplines, communicates clearly with clients and referring veterinarians, and wants to contribute to the growth of the Surgery service.

Compensation and support

We offer competitive compensation, eligibility for a performance bonus, and a comprehensive health benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with premiums paid by the clinic
• Coverage for professional services and enhanced mental health practitioner benefits
• A health and lifestyle spending account and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching
• Generous continuing education support and one week of paid CE leave
• Paid licensing and professional membership dues, and professional liability insurance coverage
• Paid vacation and personal emergency days
• Veterinary discounts and a clothing allowance
• Relocation assistance and immigration support, where applicable

Life in Halifax

Halifax offers the appeal of a coastal city alongside the restaurants, arts, and amenities of a growing urban centre. Beaches, trails, and ocean access are close at hand, making it easier to enjoy time outside work. For a surgeon considering a move, Coastal Care offers the opportunity to build a specialty career in Halifax while caring for patients referred from across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

Interested in a conversation?

You do not need to be actively searching to reach out. Contact Dr. Christine Geisreiter and Matthew Verwey by phone or text at 289-218-7041, or email [e-mail] to arrange a confidential introductory conversation or submit your CV.

Learn more about Coastal Care at coastalcarevets.ca.

Coastal Care is an equal opportunity employer committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].