Veterinarian, Cardiologist, Guardian Veterinary Centre

VCA Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary center in Edmonton, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of pets through specialized cardiology care. This state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced technology and fosters a collaborative environment among a dedicated team of professionals. With a strong focus on continued education and career development, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills while making a significant impact in the community. Enjoy a balanced work-life with flexible scheduling and wellness support, all while living in a vibrant city surrounded by natural beauty and cultural events.

Benefits

Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses

RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program

Comprehensive educational resources

Flexible scheduling

Paid wellness days

Paid vacation time

Employee assistance program

Relocation assistance

Licensing and conference fees

Referral bonus rewards

Qualifications

• Must be a board-certified or residency-trained Cardiologist.
• Experience in emergency and specialty veterinary care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care for cardiology cases in a collaborative environment.
• Work closely with a team of specialists and veterinary technologists.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Cardiology

Emergency Care

Surgery

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Board Certification in Cardiology

Tools

Ultrasound

CT Scanner

MRI

Endoscopy

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Veterinarian, Cardiologist

Location: Edmonton, AB

We are looking to expand our specialty team with the addition of a board-certified or residency-trained Cardiologist.

Guardian Veterinary Centre is a companion animal specialty and emergency centre located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. We have had a specialty presence in Edmonton since 2007, which has allowed us to establish a busy emergency caseload including numerous cardiology cases. Our hospital includes robust surgery, internal medicine, and critical care departments. In addition, we are excited to be adding anesthesiology in the summer of 2021. Since opening our doors, we have built a strong relationship with our large referral community, serving Northern Alberta, Northern BC, Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in. We have the right fit for you!

• Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses
• RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program
• VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more!
• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Comprehensive educational resources in our e-university
• Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn!
• Career and leadership opportunities
• Opportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles
• Relocation assistance; Immigration support
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
• Referral bonus rewards

Wellness

We care about your well-being and invest in resources for our associates:

• Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance
• Paid wellness days
• Paid sick days
• Paid vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (tele-medicine) offering quick access to quality care

Professional liability insurance coverage

About us: What sets us apart from other clinics is our hospital culture. Our specialists are highly collaborative, working as a strong team to provide exceptional patient care. Our current specialty team includes members who have been together for at least 10 years, and continues to grow, building a strong foundation of trust and support. Our Registered Veterinary Technologists work alongside our specialists, are highly skilled, utilized to their fullest potential, and always eager to learn. We also have an energetic and experienced emergency team that works closely with our specialists. Our emergency and specialty doctors are deeply respected by the referring community, which speaks volumes about the attention provided to our patients, clients, and referring doctors.

Our facility is a well-equipped, state-of-the-art, 20,000 square foot hospital including 24-hour staffing, a newly updated CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy (including dedicated fluoroscopy suite), endoscopy, arthroscopy, and a critical care ventilator. We are expanding this year to include 8,000 square feet of additional facilities, including the installation of an MRI, a dedicated ICU, and extra exam and procedure rooms. We also have an onsite digital cytology analyzer, resulting in very quick turnaround times for clinical pathology reports.

Why Edmonton?

Edmonton offers the largest area of urban parkland in Canada, with over 7,300 hectares that expand both sides of our beautiful North Saskatchewan River to enjoy the outdoors.

Edmonton hosts several festivals each year, including our world-renowned Folk Fest, Fringe Festival, Symphony under the Sky, and Ice on Whyte Festival.

We are a short drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains, home to Jasper and Banff National Parks, which boast world-class vistas with ample hiking, camping, rafting, and skiing opportunities.

With our new stadium, Rogers Place, we have become a top destination for entertainment acts and are home to the NHL team, the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton is the capital of Alberta, with a rapidly growing city and a metro population of over a million. The University of Alberta is home to over 40,000 students and boasts the most 3M National Teaching Fellows in Canada.