Veterinarian

Brunel; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel is seeking an experienced and fully licensed Veterinarian for a well-established clinic in Kelowna, British Columbia. This primarily solo-doctor practice values autonomy, clinical judgment, and high-quality patient care while offering strong support from experienced staff.

The permanent, on-site opportunity is available immediately, with a broad scope including wellness exams, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and emergency care. A collaborative team environment supports professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of clinical DVM experience (strong candidates with 2+ years may be considered).
• Certificate of Qualification from NEB required.
• License with the CVBC or eligibility to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent patient care and support the team environment.
• Perform wellness exams, dentistry, rehabilitation, in-house grooming, and various surgeries.
• Conduct in-house diagnostics and support emergencies.
• Work as the sole veterinarian in the clinic managing own caseload.
• Perform soft tissue surgeries (spays, neuters, mass removals).
• Provide dental procedures (scaling, polishing, extractions).
• Manage urgent and emergency cases and participate in treatment planning.

Skills

Clinical veterinary experience

Surgical proficiency

Emergency care

Autonomy

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Certificate of Qualification (NEB)

CVBC license eligibility

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and fully licensed Veterinarian for one of our veterinary clients based in Kelowna, 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 Kelownalocation 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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