Veterinarian, DVM, Island Animal Hospital

VCA Canada; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in veterinary services invites applications for the role of Veterinarian at Island Animal Hospital in Nanaimo, BC. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for animal care, strong interpersonal skills, and dedication to teamwork and mentorship. VCA Canada offers extensive support for professional growth including a mentorship program and generous compensation packages.

Benefits

VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program

General compensation and sign-on bonuses

VCA Academy Six-Month Mentorship Program

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Continuing education benefits

Flexible scheduling for work-life balance

Paid wellness days

Employee assistance program

Virtual health care

Professional liability insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Experience with surgical procedures and preventative care.
• Dedicated to mentoring students along their DVM journey.
• Interest in continuing education and networking.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with pet parents and support teams.
• Provide veterinary care and nutritional advice.
• Promote a collaborative work environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-based medicine practices

Soft tissue surgical procedures

Nutritional advice

Education

Valid veterinarian license

Job description

Veterinarian, DVM

Location: Nanaimo, BC

Island Animal Hospital is currently welcoming a Veterinarian to join our team. 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
• An interest in attending conferences and networking with colleagues
• A love for all companion animals!!
  
  

Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. The annual salary range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.

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 of wellness and appreciation you can thrive in!

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses
• VCA Academy Six-Month Mentorship Program for new/recent graduates or those new to primary care
• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn!
• Career and leadership opportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles
• Immigration support
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
• Referral bonus rewards
  
  

Wellness

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

• Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance
• Paid wellness days
• Employee assistance program
• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (tele-medicine) offering quick access to quality care
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives
  
  

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