Veterinarian, DVM, Cats Only Animal Hospital

VCA Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Vancouver is seeking a full-time Veterinarian to provide expert patient care for cats. The candidate should hold a valid veterinary license in Canada and have at least 3 years of post-graduate experience in feline dental procedures. The role includes diagnosing health issues, performing medical procedures, and working collaboratively with pet owners and the veterinary team. The position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $150,000, along with various benefits and flexibility in scheduling.

Benefits

Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Continuing education benefits

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Valid veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada.
• Minimum 3 years of post-graduate experience performing feline dental procedures.
• Experience with soft tissue surgical procedures and preventative care.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients to diagnose and treat health needs.
• Collaborate with pet owners and the support team.
• Operate medical equipment and perform medical procedures.
• Conduct physical examinations, immunizations, and surgeries.
• Deliver expert patient care and contribute to the veterinary team.

Skills

Feline dental expertise

Soft tissue surgical procedures

Interpersonal skills

Preventative care

Nutritional counseling

Education

Veterinarian license in Canada

Post-graduate experience in veterinary medicine

Job description

Overview

Veterinarian, DVM — Cats Only Animal Hospital (VCA Canada) – Vancouver, BC

Location : Vancouver, BC

• Job class : Full-time hours (slightly fewer hours available on request)
• Job level : Intermediate experience, 3 years post-grad with feline dental expertise

Cats Only Animal Hospital is currently welcoming a full-time Veterinarian to join our team of highly engaged and professional veterinary professionals. In this role, you will examine patients to diagnose and treat health needs, collaborate with the pet owner and support team to provide the best care, operate various medical equipment, and perform procedures including physical examinations, immunizations, and surgeries. You take pride in providing expert patient care.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients to diagnose and treat health needs
• Collaborate with pet owners and the support team to provide the best care
• Operate medical equipment and perform medical procedures
• Conduct physical examinations, immunizations, and surgeries
• Deliver expert patient care and contribute to the veterinary team

Qualifications

• A valid veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada
• Minimum 3 years of post-graduate experience performing grade 2 / 3 feline dental procedures
• Experience with soft tissue surgical procedures, preventative care, and nutritional counseling
• Experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians to support you
• Dedication to promoting team-based medicine practices
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with colleagues, pet owners, and the community
• Interest in coaching and mentoring students along their DVM journey
• Willingness to attend conferences and network with colleagues
• Passion for all companion animals

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation : The annual salary range is $100,000 to $150,000 plus production, based on experience
• What VCA Canada Offers : Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses; schedule flexibility; RRSP matching; access to medical library and research materials; continuing education benefits; career and leadership opportunities; immigration support; licensing and conference fee coverage; referral bonuses
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance : Flexible scheduling; wellness days; sick days; vacation time; employee assistance program; virtual health care; professional liability insurance; opportunities to give back through VCA initiatives

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