Veterinary Specialist, Criticalist, Guardian Veterinary Centre

VCA Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in Edmonton, Canada is seeking a Board Certified Criticalist for a small animal specialty and emergency referral center. The role includes delivering exceptional care in a collaborative environment, leading a dedicated team, and enjoying competitive benefits such as generous compensation and wellness support. Join us to make a significant difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses

Continuing education benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid wellness days

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Practice cooperative medicine and lead teams efficiently.
• Hand experience with multiple caseloads.
• Excellent communication with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Join a 24-hour critical care center for small animals.
• Develop relationships with referring veterinarians.
• Contribute to a positive work-life balance.

Skills

Cooperative, team-based medicine

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Board Certified or residency trained

Eligible to be licensed in Alberta

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Veterinary Specialist, Criticalist

Location : Edmonton, AB

Guardian Veterinary Centre is welcoming a Board Certified Criticalist to join our small animal specialty and emergency referral, 24 hour critical care centre in Edmonton, AB, Canada. Our hospital currently includes robust Surgery, Internal Medicine, and an established Emergency Department. With an enduring connection in Edmonton, VCA Canada Guardian Veterinary Centre has built a trusting relationship with a large referral veterinary community over the past 12 years. We proudly welcome referral clients from all over Northern Alberta, Northern BC, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.

About Our Ideal Candidate

Board Certified or residency trained and eligible to sit for board examination

You practice cooperative, team-based medicine and have exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills

You must be eligible to be licensed in the province of Alberta

Previous experience handling multiple caseloads

You fit well into a collaborative team culture and exhibit excellent communication skills with fellow colleagues, clients, and the referral community

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 you can thrive in : We have the right fit for you!

Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses

RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program!

VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more!

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: Opportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles

Relocation assistance; 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

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

Why Edmonton?

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 million. The University of Alberta is home to over 40,000 students and boasts the most 3M National Teaching Fellows in Canada.

Our Hospital

We have made a commitment to support a positive work life balance. VCA Canada Guardian Veterinary Centre doctors and support staff are dedicated to our core values of Respect, Compassion, and a Progressive environment.

With an established case load, VCA Canada Guardian Veterinary Centre continues to have excellent growth opportunities.

We are a leader in emergency and specialty healthcare and foster a culture of compassion in a collaborative environment that leads to delivering exceptional care to patients, and service to our clients, referring veterinarians, and our community.

We offer competitive compensation with an industry leading benefits package, including health and dental insurance, uniform allowance, professional dues, and continuing education allowance.

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.