Veterinarian, DVM, VCA Canada Pretoria Animal Hospital

VCA Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Ottawa is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian to join their team. The role emphasizes building relationships with pet owners and providing exceptional care. The hospital supports continuous learning and offers a collaborative environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Continuing education benefits

Wellness resources

Professional liability insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Valid veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada.
• Experience in soft tissue surgical procedures and preventative care.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with pet parents and support team.
• Provide the best care possible for pets.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Education

Veterinarian License

Job description

Pretoria Animal Hospital is currently welcoming a Veterinarian to join our team. As a successful candidate, you understand the importance of building relationships with 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!

Minimum Requirements

1. Valid veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada
2. Experience in soft tissue surgical procedures, preventative care, and nutritional advice
3. Interest in dentistry is a benefit
4. Exceptional interpersonal skills for working with colleagues, pet parents, and the community
5. Passion for coaching and mentoring students in their DVM journey
6. Interest in attending conferences and networking with colleagues
7. A love for all companion animals

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and make a significant 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 where you can thrive.

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses; Schedule Flexibility
• VCA Academy Six-Month Mentorship Program for new or recent graduates or those new to primary care
• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!
• Access to a Medical Library with 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more
• Continuing education benefits – we know you love to learn!
• Career and leadership opportunities, including medical director, advisory roles, and special projects
• Immigration support and coverage of licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
• Wellness resources including flexible scheduling, wellness days, sick days, vacation, employee assistance programs, and tools for meditation, sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual healthcare (telemedicine) for quick access to quality care
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Opportunities to give back to the community through VCA initiatives