Veterinarian Surgery Lead, Foster Park Animal Hospital

VCA Canada; Belleville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in Belleville, ON is seeking a skilled Veterinarian, DVM for a Surgery Lead role. This position offers flexible schedules, mentoring opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Candidates should have a valid veterinarian license in Canada and at least 3 years of surgical experience. Excellent compensation and benefits including RRSP matching and continuing education support are provided.

Benefits

Excellent compensation

RRSP Employer 5% Match Program

Continuing education benefits

Flexible scheduling

Wellness days and vacation time

Qualifications

• Valid full veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada.
• 3+ years of experience in relevant surgical and preventative care.
• Dedicated to team-based medicine practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead surgical role to elevate surgical expertise.
• Build relationships with pet parents and support team.
• Mentor veterinary students and new graduates.

Skills

Soft tissue surgical procedures

Preventative care

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Coaching and mentoring

Team-based medicine practices

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Job description

Overview

Veterinarian, Surgery Lead — Location: Belleville, ON. Flexible Schedules available - No weekends. Foster Park Animal Hospital is seeking a skilled Veterinarian, DVM, to step into a lead surgery role. If you're ready to elevate your surgical expertise and mentor others while shaping the future of our practice, this is the role for you. Join us and take your surgical career to the next level!

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!

General Requirements

• A valid full veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada
• 3+ years 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 we can offer you

• Excellent compensation
• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program – saving for your future just got easier
• 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
• 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

• Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance
• Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

About Us

Located in Belleville, ON, our recently refreshed hospital proudly nurtures a family atmosphere, while providing the best possible medical and surgical care in our community. Creating an exceptional client experience is the passion of our well-established, collaborative, and experienced medical team. Working and living here, you will enjoy a lively culinary scene, nearby wineries, beaches, provincial parks, and numerous outdoor adventure areas. Flexible schedules to work with your lifestyle; including No Weekends. Come for a tour and meet our team; we are excited to meet you soon!

VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require any assistance please let us know.

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