Veterinarian, Cachet Village Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Markham; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP match

CE allowance

Paid time off

Uniform allowance

Mental health support

Career development

Pet care discounts

Medical library access

Mentorship program

Job summary

Cachet Village Animal Hospital in Markham, Ontario, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team. You will build strong relationships with pet parents and work closely with our support team to deliver excellent patient care, while growing clinically through in-house resources and mentorship.

We offer a flexible compensation model, full- or part-time schedules (minimum 24 hours/week), and a commitment to work-life balance with ongoing professional development and a supportive,

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in Canada.
• A minimum of 2 years of hospital experience post-graduation.
• Flexible availability to work a mix of weekdays, evenings and Saturdays.
• Champion of Team-Based practices, committed to collaborative practices where every role, from RVTs to Client Care, is respected, valued, and fully leveraged.
• Empathetic communicator, naturally building trust with teammates and pet parents alike, maintaining a calm, reassuring presence during fast-paced shifts.
• Clinical Confidence: Strong diagnostic and surgical skills with a dedication to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness and preventive care, including vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, laboratory screening, and wellness planning.
• Maintain a full schedule of 10 mixed appointments per shift while allowing flexibility to address walk-ins.
• Provide routine dental care, including examinations and cleanings, and identify opportunities for preventive or follow-up treatment.
• Support senior pets by monitoring health, managing chronic conditions, and providing preventive care to maintain quality of life.
• Build trusted relationships with pet owners through clear communication and compassionate care.
• Perform routine surgical procedures such as spay and neuter, laceration repair and umbilical hernia.
• Maintain accurate medical records and follow best practices in patient care and hospital protocols.
• Collaborate within a team-based veterinary medicine environment, recognizing the importance of every role in delivering exceptional client and patient care.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Team-based practice

Clinical confidence

Strong diagnostic skills

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Location: Markham, ON

Level: Minimum of 2+ years of post-graduate experience.

Employment type: Full-time or part-time, minimum 24 hours per week

Compensation: $110,000 to $130,000 annually, prorated for part-time schedules, with flexible compensation models available.

Looking for a workplace where compassion meets community? Cachet Village Animal Hospital welcomes an Associate Veterinarian to join our team in Markham, Ontario. In this role, you will build strong relationships with pet parents and work closely with our support team to deliver excellent patient care. We are committed to your ongoing professional development, offering in-house resources and opportunities to expand your clinical expertise. Our hospitals offer a friendly, team-oriented environment that genuinely supports career growth, clinical excellence, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide wellness and preventive care, including vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, laboratory screening, and wellness planning.
• Maintain a full schedule of 10 mixed appointments per shift while allowing flexibility to address walk-ins.
• Provide routine dental care, including examinations and cleanings, and identify opportunities for preventive or follow-up treatment.
• Support senior pets by monitoring health, managing chronic conditions, and providing preventive care to maintain quality of life.
• Build trusted relationships with pet owners through clear communication and compassionate care.
• Perform routine surgical procedures such as spay and neuter, laceration repair and umbilical hernia.
• Maintain accurate medical records and follow best practices in patient care and hospital protocols.
• Collaborate within a team-based veterinary medicine environment, recognizing the importance of every role in delivering exceptional client and patient care.

What You Bring

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in Canada.
• A minimum of 2 years of hospital experience post-graduation.
• Flexible availability to work a mix of weekdays, evenings and Saturdays.
• Champion of Team-Based practices, committed to collaborative practices where every role, from RVTs to Client Care, is respected, valued, and fully leveraged.
• Empathetic communicator, naturally building trust with teammates and pet parents alike, maintaining a calm, reassuring presence during fast-paced shifts.
• Clinical Confidence: Strong diagnostic and surgical skills with a dedication to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role.
• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future.
• Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days.
• Annual CE Allowance.
• Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options.
• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance.
• Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.
• Various career development pathways.
• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app.
• Medical Library Access: 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• VCA Academy Mentorship Program for new graduates.

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work Certification Canada.