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Emergency Veterinarian-Dartmouth, NS

Animal Clinic of La Porte

Halifax

On-site

CAD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

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Job summary

A veterinary emergency center in Halifax County seeks an experienced emergency veterinarian. You will provide high-quality emergency care and work alongside specialty veterinarians in a supportive and collaborative environment. The position offers a 3-day work week with only 12-14 shifts per month. The center also provides a competitive wage and various benefits, including a generous allowance for continuing education and paid health care premiums.

Benefits

Competitive wage
Paid health care premiums
CE and generous CE allowance
$3,000 in Compassion Care funds
Paid memberships to NSVMA, CVMA, VECCS, VIN, and VETgirl
Annual uniform allowance
Generous paid time off
RRSP match

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of emergency experience required.
  • Comfort with emergency surgery is essential.
  • Full veterinary license to practice medicine in Canada is mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Provide emergency care to animals in need.
  • Work alongside specialty veterinarians for continuous learning.

Skills

emergency experience
emergency surgery

Education

full veterinary license to practice in Canada
Job description

Maritime Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking an experienced emergency veterinarian to join our dynamic team.

Our hospital offers the highest quality patient care and client service while providing a supportive culture and collaborative work environment. In addition to emergency medicine, we offer specialty services in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Neurology, Surgery, Rehabilitation and Exotics. The opportunity to work alongside specialty veterinarians allows for continuous learning and growth.

We would like to speak with you if you have 2+ years of emergency experience, comfort with emergency surgery, and a full veterinary license to practice medicine in Canada. Full-time employment consists of a 3-day work week and only 12‑14 shifts per month. In addition, we provide

  • Competitive wage
  • Paid health care premiums
  • CE and generous CE allowance
  • $3,000 in Compassion Care funds used at your discretion for clients
  • Full access to our journal Library consisting of 35+ journals in a single platform
  • Paid memberships to NSVMA, CVMA, VECCS, VIN, and VETgirl
  • Annual uniform allowance
  • Generous paid time off
  • RRSP match
The Area

Situated just a short ferry ride across Halifax Harbour from downtown Halifax, Dartmouth is home to many quaint cafes, noteworthy food joints, shops, and a charm all its own!

Dartmouth, also known as the City of Lakes, boasts 23 lakes that provide opportunities for kayaking, windsurfing, canoeing, and swimming. Paddle on Lake Banook or visit one of the many parks and walking trails that stretch out into the unspoiled coastal beauty of the Eastern Shore. Enjoy the Dartmouth Waterfront and walk along the boardwalk, the ideal place for a photo of the Halifax skyline or take a boat tour from nearby Fisherman’s Cove in Eastern Passage to McNabs Islands. And if Farmer’s Markets are more your speed, be sure to visit the market at Alderney Landing every Saturday!

To find out more please contact Jill.Taylor@ethosvet.com

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world‑class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state‑of‑the‑art technology and a scientific, evidence‑based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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