Veterinarian

Brunel; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel is seeking an experienced, fully licensed Veterinarian for a permanent on-site role in Coquitlam, British Columbia. This solo-doctor practice offers autonomy and strong support from a capable team in a well-equipped clinic.

You will handle a broad scope of cases, deliver high‑quality patient care, and contribute to diagnosis, treatment planning, and client education while thriving in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• DVM with 3–7 years of clinical experience; strong candidates with 2+ years may be considered.
• Certificate of Qualification issued by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association National Exam Board (NEB).
• Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, a license with the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia (CVBC).
• Strong clinical foundation with proficiency in surgery and dentistry.
• Able to work independently as the sole veterinarian in a clinic setting.
• Excellent medical judgment, case management and decision‑making abilities.
• Fluent English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver wellness exams and client education, dentistry, rehabilitation, and in‑house grooming.
• Perform a variety of surgical procedures and soft tissue surgery.
• Conduct in‑house diagnostics and support emergency cases.
• Work as the sole veterinarian in the clinic, managing your own caseload.
• Stabilize and manage urgent and emergency cases as they arise.
• Contribute to treatment planning and continuity of care.
• Support rehabilitation services and patient recovery plans.

Skills

Clinical medicine

Surgical skills

Dentistry

Client communication

Independent practice

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and fully licensed Veterinarian for one of our veterinary clients based in Coquitlam, British Columbia. This opportunity is with a well-established, multi-service animal clinic that operates within a fully equipped facility. The clinic is known locally for its supportive, collaborative, and welcoming environment, with a strong team of experienced veterinary technicians and support staff.

The Coquitlamlocation operates as a primarily solo-doctor practice, making this role best suited for an experienced veterinarian who is confident working independently. You will be joining a practice that values autonomy, clinical judgment, and high-quality patient care while still offering strong operational and staffing support.

If you are a DVM who enjoys a broad scope of practice, takes pride in delivering excellent patient care, and is comfortable managing cases independently, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing clinic. This is a permanent on-site opportunity available immediately.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in delivering excellent patient care while contributing positively to the team environment.
• Provide wellness exams, client education, dentistry, rehabilitation, in-house grooming, and a variety of surgical procedures.
• Perform in-house diagnostics and support emergency cases.
• Work as the sole veterinarian in the clinic, managing your own caseload independently.
• Perform soft tissue surgery including routine procedures such as spays, neuters, and mass removals.
• Conduct dental procedures, including scaling, polishing, and extractions.
• Manage and stabilize urgent and emergency cases as they arise.
• Contribute to treatment planning, medical decision‑making, and continuity of care.
• Offer rehabilitation services and support general patient recovery plans.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of clinical Doctor of Veterinary Medicine experience (strong candidates with 2+ years of experience may be considered).
• Posses a Certificate of Qualification issued by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association National Exam Board (NEB).
• Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, a license with the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia (CVBC).
• Strong clinical foundation with proficiency in surgery and dentistry.
• Comfortable working independently as the sole veterinarian in a clinic setting.
• Strong medical judgment, case management skills, and decision‑making ability.
• Ability to manage appointments, surgeries, and medical cases without on-site mentorship.
• Excellent communication skills with a strong focus on client education and patient care.
• French/English bilingualism is considered an asset.

About Us

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