Veterinarian, DVM, Forest Lawn Animal Hospital

VCA; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Canada is seeking a compassionate Veterinarian for maternity leave coverage starting March 2025. Join a supportive team dedicated to pet care and community engagement, offering extensive resources for continuous learning, flexible scheduling, and generous compensation. Opportunity for career growth and leadership roles in a friendly environment.

Benefits

Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses

Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

Paid wellness days

Paid vacation time

VCA Academy Mentorship Program

Employee assistance program

Professional liability insurance coverage

Opportunities to give back to the community

Qualifications

• Experience in soft tissue surgical procedures, preventative care, and offering nutritional advice.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with colleagues and pet parents.
• Dedicated to promoting team-based medicine practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent care to pets and build relationships with pet owners.
• Participate in a mentorship program for new graduates.
• Utilize resources for professional growth and community initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-based medicine practices

Coaching and mentoring

Interest in networking

Surgical procedures

Preventative care

Nutritional advice

Education

Valid veterinarian license

Job description

Forest Lawn Animal Hospital is currently welcoming a Veterinarian to join our team for a maternity leave coverage starting in March 2025 . As a successful candidate, you understand the importance of building relationships with our pet parents and our support team, to provide the best care possible.

VCA Canada is dedicated to your continuous learning and offers extensive in-house resources. Our hospitals foster friendly, collaborative environments, where professional growth and a balanced lifestyle are genuinely encouraged!

A valid veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada

Experience in; soft tissue surgical procedures, preventative care, and offering nutritional advice.

Dedicated to promoting team-based medicine practices

Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues, pet parents, and community

A passion for coaching and mentoring students along their DVM journey

Interest in attending conferences and networking with colleagues

A love for all companion animals!!

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in : We have the right fit for you!

Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses

RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program!

VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

Career and leadership opportunities'

Opportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles

Relocation assistance; Immigration support

Membership, dues, and conference fees

Wellness :

We care about your well-being and invest in resources for our associates :

Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance

VCA Academy Mentorship Program for new / recent graduates or those new to primary care; a six-month personalized structured mentorship program with ongoing support!

Paid wellness days

Paid vacation time

Employee assistance program

E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus

Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care

Professional liability insurance coverage

Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

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