Veterinary Neurologist, Guardian Veterinary Centre

VCA Animal Hospitals; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Neurologist for small companion animals. This dynamic role involves providing specialized care in a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced diagnostic tools. The position offers generous compensation, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. With a commitment to wellness and work-life balance, this role allows you to thrive both personally and professionally. Join a passionate team that values collaboration and excellence in veterinary medicine while enjoying the vibrant culture and outdoor beauty of Edmonton.

Benefits

Generous compensation

Sign-on bonuses

Continuing education benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid wellness days

Paid sick days

Paid vacation time

Employee assistance program

Relocation assistance

Wellness support

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Resident Trained in Veterinary Neurology is required.
• Experience in emergency care and specialty veterinary medicine is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for small companion animals with neurological issues.
• Collaborate with a skilled team of veterinary technologists and emergency staff.

Skills

Board Certification

Neurology

Emergency Care

Veterinary Medicine

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Residency Training

Tools

CT Scanner

Ultrasound

Fluoroscopy

Endoscopy

Critical Care Ventilator

Job description

Neurologist, Small Companion Animal

Location: Edmonton, AB
Job class: Full time
Qualification: Board Certified or Resident Trained

Guardian Veterinary Centre is a companion animal specialty and emergency centre located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. We have had a specialty presence in Edmonton since 2007 and have built a solid reputation within the referral community.

What VCA Canada Offers

• Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses
• RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program!
• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!
• Comprehensive educational resources in our e-university
• VCA Academy Six-Month Mentorship Program for new/recent graduates or those new to primary care
• Access to our Medical Library; anytime, anywhere!
• Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn!
• Opportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles
• Relocation assistance; Immigration guidance & support
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
• Referral bonus rewards
• Wellness support
• and much more!

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
• Paid sick days
• Paid vacation time
• 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
• Conferences; specialty and in house opportunities to connect with your VCA Canada peers to attend CE, listen to top speakers and enjoy good food!

Why Edmonton?

• Affordable living!! Allowing you to spend more hard earned dollars on travel!
• Forbes just listed Edmonton as "a place you should visit"!
• Edmonton offers the largest area of urban parkland in Canada with over 7300 hectares that expands both sides of our beautiful North Saskatchewan River to take full advantage of our great outdoors.
• Edmonton hosts several festivals each year, including our world renowned Folk Fest, Fringe Festival, Symphony under the Sky, Ice on Whyte Festival.
• We are a short drive away from the majestic Rocky Mountains, home to Jasper and Banff National Parks which boast world-class vistas with ample hiking, camping, rafting and world class skiing.
• With our new stadium, Rogers Place, we have quickly become a top destination for many of the most sought after entertainment acts and is home to our NHL team the Edmonton Oilers.
• Edmonton is the capital of Alberta, and our city is growing rapidly, with a current metro population of over 1.3 million. The University of Alberta is home to over 40,000 students and boasts the most 3M National Teaching Fellows in Canada.

Our specialists are supported by our registered Veterinary Technologists (RVT) who are highly skilled, utilized to their fullest potential, and always eager to learn. We have an energetic and experienced emergency team that works closely with our specialists. Finally, our doctors are deeply respected by the referring community, which speaks volumes regarding how truly caring and engaged our team is.

Our facility is a well-equipped, state of the art, 20,000 square foot hospital, newly updated CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, arthroscopy, and a critical care ventilator. We are excited to be expanding this year to include 8000 square feet of additional facilities including installation of an MRI, a dedicated ICU, and extra exam and procedure rooms. We also have an onsite digital cytology analyzer, resulting in very quick turnaround times for clinical pathology reports. New renovations starting soon - 2024 completion.

Please contact us and allow us to give you a hospital tour! [e-mail]

VCA 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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