Neurologist

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.

Responsibilities

As the sole Neurology Specialist, you will diagnose and manage neurological disorders in patients, while partnering closely with pet parents to guide them through complex conditions. You will assess pets presenting with seizures, ataxia, paralysis, severe spinal pain, or notable behavioral changes. Additional responsibilities include;

• Advanced Imaging & Diagnostics: Perform CT scans, MRIs, and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis.
• Neurosurgery: Perform specialized surgical procedures
• Medical Management: Provide treatment options for complex issues .
• Specialized Care: They provide in-depth consultations to pinpoint nerve and muscle issues.
• Connect with the referring community regularly to offer neuro information
• Work alongside specialists and collaborate on medical insights, processes and general operational initiatives

What We Can Offer You

• Full support from your leader and operations
• A dedicated RVT, TA and CSR team
• RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program!
• VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more!
• Medical Library Access; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn!
• Career and leadership opportunities
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
• Referral bonus rewards
• Paid wellness days, paid sick days, paid vacation time
• Employee assistance programs
• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care offering quick access to quality care
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives

Edmonton, Alberta Canada

• 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 (mobilized), 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. We also have an onsite digital cytology analyzer, resulting in very quick turnaround times for clinical pathology reports. New reno's starting soon - 2024 completion.

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