Veterinarian (DVM) Acting Medical Director - Carrington Animal Hospital

VetCare Canada Inc.; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice operator in West Kelowna seeks an Acting Medical Director. You will prioritize clinical work while also leading medical standards in the practice. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $180,000, alongside significant benefits including signing bonuses, flexible schedules, and CE opportunities. Join a committed team in a community-focused environment with modern facilities.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Signing & Relocation Bonuses

CE Opportunities

Flexible Schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Hold or eligible to hold a Private Practice license with the CVBC.
• Demonstrate exemplary standard of medicine with patients.
• Provide medical leadership to the Practice.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for clinical work.
• Provide medical leadership.
• Promote excellence in veterinary medicine.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Clinical expertise

Dedication to veterinary code of ethics

Education

Private Practice license with CVBC

Job description

Here is what Carrington Animal Hospital has to offer: beautiful lakes and mountains; amazing outdoor living with hiking, biking, boating and beaches nearby. We also have amazing restaurants with great patios and wineries everywhere with some even within walking distance.

Our clinic is walking distance from the beach and the weather in the summer can't be beat. If you are a skier or snowboarder in winter, Black Mountain is close by for your enjoyment. These are all the reasons we offer exceptional work/life balance to our team.
We will only consider candidates who hold or are eligible to hold a Private Practice license with the CVBC, at the time of their application.

Expected Wage Range: $120,000 - $180,000

About The Role:

As a DVM and Designated Registrant for the Practice, the Acting Medical Director demonstrates an exemplary standard of medicine with patients while concurrently providing medical leadership to the Practice. This DVM will be largely responsible for clinical work with approximately 5 - 10% of time focused on Medical Director responsibilities. As a senior member of the practice management team, the Acting Medical Director combines clinical expertise, a dedication to veterinary code of ethics and regulatory standards, solution-driven expertise, emotional intelligence and utilizes a servant leadership mindset to promote excellence in veterinary medicine.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Signing & Relocation Bonuses
• CE Opportunities With Access To Annual Conferences, Seminars & CE Allowance
• Networking, Collaboration & Knowledge Exchange With Other Veterinarians Within Our Practices
• Continued Investments In New Technologies, Advanced Diagnostics & Modern Facilities Including Digital X-Ray, Digital Dental X-Ray, Modern Ultrasound & In-House Lab Testing
• Comprehensive Benefits Include: Medical, Dental & Life Insurance
• Variable Pay Program (Bonus)
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Dues & College Fees
• Vacation & Paid Time Off

Meet VetCare:

VetCare (vet-care.ca) is a proudly Canadian-owned acquirer and operator of veterinary practices, based in Vancouver, and with passionate team members across Canada. Our commitment to care is at the heart of what we do, from guiding our talented medical and operations teams, supporting practice owners through seamless transitions, and providing the highest quality of care to patients through our community-focused practices.