Veterinarian, Internal Medicine, Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Calgary; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP match

CE allowance

Paid time off

Mentorship program

Wellness resources

Career development

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Canada in Calgary is seeking a Board-Certified Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist to join our engaged team. You will manage a diverse and complex caseload while delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.

The role includes teaching and mentoring interns and final-year students from the University of Calgary, collaborating with radiology, oncology, surgery, and critical care, and participating in our comprehensive continuing education and client service initiatives.

Qualifications

• Completed an Internal Medicine Residency and is or will be Board-certified.
• Commitment to collaborative, team-based medicine.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with clients and colleagues.
• Mentoring interns and final-year students from the University of Calgary.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse and complex internal medicine caseload.
• Provide teaching and mentorship to interns and veterinary students.
• Collaborate with radiology, oncology, surgery, critical care and other services.

Skills

Board-certified

Internal medicine

Teaching/mentoring

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Internal Medicine Residency

Board-certified in Veterinary Internal Medicine

Job description

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Location: Calgary

The CARE Centre is welcoming a Board-Certified Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist to join our highly engaged and collaborative team of veterinary specialists.

As a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Specialist , you will thrive in our fast-paced environment, managing a diverse and complex caseload while providing exceptional patient care. Our Internal Medicine service has a high case volume and is fully equipped to support gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and respiratory endoscopic procedures. The role also includes clinical and didactic teaching, with opportunities to supervise and mentor interns and final-year veterinary students from the University of Calgary.

Our multidisciplinary specialty team includes specialists in radiology, neurology, oncology, dentistry, dermatology, ophthalmology, cardiology, surgery, critical care, and more. Our facility is equipped with advanced imaging modalities, including CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, and ultrasound , with after-hours and weekend care supported by our on-site emergency and critical care teams.

We value collaboration, excellent client service, continuing education, and work-life balance, and are committed to providing the highest level of emergency and referral care.

Key Qualifications & Responsibilities:

• Completed an Internal Medicine Residency and is or will be Board-certified.
• Commitment to collaborative, team-based medicine.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when working with colleagues, pet parents, and the veterinary community.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills, with opportunities to support veterinarians in our mentorship program and supervise externship students.
• Passion for teaching, coaching, and guiding the next generation of veterinary professionals.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role.
• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future.
• Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days.
• Annual CE Allowance.
• Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options.
• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance.
• Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.
• Various career development pathways.
• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.

Why Calgary

Calgary is a vibrant, youthful, and multicultural city of more than 1.3 million people, known for its friendly community, thriving energy industry, and world-renowned Calgary Stampede. With endless options for dining, shopping, arts, and professional sports, there is something for everyone.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love Calgary’s extensive bike trails and close proximity to the Rocky Mountains, with Banff National Park just a 90-minute drive away for world-class skiing, hiking, climbing, and sightseeing.

Come work, live, and play in Calgary!