Veterinarian

Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society; Calgary; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Continuing education and professional/

Job summary

Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) Veterinary Hospital in Calgary seeks a Veterinarian to lead medical care across our shelter system, performing diagnostics, treatments and surgeries in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver compassionate care to rescued animals.

The role requires strong companion animal medicine expertise, comfort with surgical procedures, and a commitment to shelter medicine protocols.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in animal welfare and shelter medicine.
• Animal handling experience with behaviorally varied animals.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Able to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Emotionally resilient to stressful and changing situations.
• Commitment to ongoing education and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-volume sterilization surgeries and other surgical procedures.
• Examine animals and facilitate routine care such as vaccines and deworming.
• Learn and perform additional surgical procedures as required.
• Assist with disease management and supervise care plans for quarantined animals.
• Facilitate laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging for medical cases.
• Maintain timely and accurate medical records; assist with oversight of veterinary staff.
• Collaborate with the director and team to ensure high animal care standards.
• Participate in bi-weekly rounds to discuss medical cases.

Skills

Animal welfare

Shelter medicine

Animal handling

Teamwork

Problem solving

Emotional resilience

Continuing education

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Alberta veterinary license

ABVMA good standing

Shelter experience (asset)

Minimum 3 years surgical experience

Job description

ABOUT US:

Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) is a registered non-profit charity located in Calgary, Alberta helping over 6,000 animals each year. Our mission is to rescue and rehome animals in need and provide community support programs that help people and their pets.

THE ROLE

AARCS Veterinary Hospital is a fast-paced, high volume clinic designed specifically to help rescued animals. Our team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, assistants and support staff ensure the animals are provided with the highest standard of medical care. The hospital is fully equipped allowing our team to perform a variety of treatments on a daily basis.

Reporting to the Director of Animal Health, the Veterinarian is responsible for leading and overseeing the medical care of all animals in AARCS' shelter system. This includes performing diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries, as well as supporting shelter medicine practices that promote the health and well-being of animals in our care.

ABOUT YOU

You thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and bring a compassionate, knowledgeable, and hands-on approach to veterinary care. With strong expertise in companion animal medicine, including surgery, diagnostics, treatment planning, and disease prevention, you help develop and implement high-quality shelter medicine protocols. You're confident in performing physical exams and other procedures, and are comfortable operating a wide range of medical equipment.

Details

Shift: Flexible Schedule between Monday to Friday. 9 hours shifts with 1 hour unpaid break.

Start Date: Immediately

Location: Safe Haven - 5060 74 Ave SE, Calgary AB T2C 3C9

• Paid vacation
• Continuing education and professional development perks
• Company Benefits (Health, Dental, Life & Disability) including Employee & Family Assistance Program
• RRSP - Employer Matching Program
• Discounted pet food, services and supplies
• Free Parking & Public Transit Accessible

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Genuine interest in animal welfare and shelter medicine.
• Animal handling experience required, including the ability and willingness to work with animals with behavioral issues.
• Maintain the highest standard of accuracy, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Diligent attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and time management skills are required.
• Ability to work in a team environment with highly developed cooperation, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Emotionally resilient with the ability to handle stressful, demanding and changing situations.
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform high volume sterilization surgeries and other surgical procedures for AARCS animals with a high level of proficiency and care.
• Examine animals and facilitate routing care such as vaccines and deworming.
• Perform or be willing to learn other surgical procedures such as amputations, exploratory surgery, FHO’s, dental surgery, eye enucleation, etc.
• Assist with disease management and supervise care plans for animals in quarantine.
• Facilitate laboratory testing, and diagnostic imaging to diagnose and treat animals' medical conditions and execute care plans for extended medical cases.
• Ensure timely and accurate medical records.Assist the Director of Animal Health with oversight of Veterinary Technologists.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Animal Health and other team members to ensure a high level of animal care.
• Participate in bi-weekly rounds to discuss medical cases with the department Director and other veterinary colleagues.
• Other tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution
• Valid veterinary license to practice in Alberta
• Must be in good standing with the ABVMA
• Minimum 3 years surgical experience is preferred
• Experience in animal welfare/shelter environment is considered an asset

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license.

The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and thank you in advance for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AARCS is an equal opportunity employer.If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please notify us at [e-mail] as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.