Emergency Veterinarian, Guardian Veterinary Centre

VCA Animal Hospitals; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Edmonton is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to provide advanced care in a state-of-the-art facility. This full-time role includes overseeing emergency cases, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with specialists. The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic and emergency care skills, and be eligible for licensing in Alberta. Join a compassionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and enjoy a supportive work environment with ample opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Student Loan RRSP Program

Comprehensive educational resources

Continuing education benefits

Career and leadership opportunities

Licensing and membership dues

Referral bonus rewards

Paid wellness days

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Internship trained preferred OR 2 years of experience in emergency care.
• Eligible for licensing in Alberta.
• Capable of multi-case management.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee emergency cases per shift.
• Treat in-house patients during quieter periods.
• Support and mentor junior staff.
• Collaborate with specialists for patient care.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Emergency care skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

DVM Degree

Internship trained preferred

Job description

Veterinarian, DVM Department: Emergency Employment Type: Full-time Location: Edmonton, AB

Guardian Veterinary Hospital

is welcoming a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team in Edmonton, Alberta. We are a leading emergency and specialty referral hospital, delivering advanced care in a state‑of‑the‑art 25,000‑square‑foot facility. Our hospital offers referral‑based, board‑certified specialty services in Internal Medicine and Surgery, supported by cutting‑edge diagnostic technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple emergency and hospitalized cases per shift
• Treat in‑house patients during quieter periods between emergency cases
• Support and mentor junior staff through practical, hands‑on guidance and collaborative team discussions.
• Collaborate with specialists to ensure patient care is the top priority
• Offer exemplary customer service that builds loyalty and trust with your clients
• Complete medical records efficiently and accurately

Qualifications

• Internship trained preferred OR 2 years of direct working experience in an emergency or urgent care.
• Strong diagnostic, surgical and emergency care skills
• Strong organizational skills which allow you to stay focused and work under pressure
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills
• Eligible to be licensed in the province of Alberta
• Capable of multi‑case management per shift
• Willing to actively manage and treat in‑house patients during quieter periods between emergency cases
• Will collaborate and mentor junior staff through hands‑on learning and during team meetings in a constructive and caring manner
• Will collaborate with specialists to ensure patient care is the top priority

What We Can Offer You

• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program
• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program
• 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 to continue your career path, including medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles
• Immigration support
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
• Referral bonus rewards

Wellness

• Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work‑life balance
• Paid wellness days
• Employee assistance program
• E‑tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives

Our Hospital

• We are committed to supporting work‑life balance, with schedules designed to promote long‑term sustainability and personal well‑being.
• VCA Canada Guardian Veterinary Centredoctors and support staff are dedicated to our core values of respect and compassion
• With an established case load, VCA Canada Guardian Veterinary Centre continues to have excellent growth opportunities.
• We are a leader in emergency and specialty healthcare and foster a culture of compassion in a collaborative environment that leads to delivering exceptional care to patients, service to our clients, referring veterinarians, and our community.

Why Edmonton

• National Geographic included Edmonton in its list of best summer trips, the ONLY Canadian city, in 2015, and Edmonton was recently listed as Forbes' top cities to visit in 2023.
• Edmonton offers the largest area of urban parkland with over 7300 hectares that expands both sides of our beautiful North Saskatchewan River to take full advantage of our great 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 away from the most majestic mountains in Canada, Jasper and Banff National Parks, which boast world‑class vistas with ample hiking, camping, and skiing
• With our new stadium, we have quickly become a top destination for many of the most sought‑after musical acts.
• Such an affordable city to settle down, work and travel.

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