Veterinarian, Island Animal Hospital

Mars Veterinary Health

$115K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid veterinarian license to practice in Canada
  • Experience in soft tissue surgical procedures and preventative care
  • Strong dedication to team-based medicine practices
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills for engaging with colleagues and pet owners
  • Passion for mentoring veterinary students
  • Interest in networking and continuing education opportunities
  • Enthusiasm for working with all companion animals.

Responsibilities

  • Build strong relationships with pet owners and the support team
  • Provide high-quality preventative care and nutritional advice
  • Perform soft tissue surgical procedures as needed
  • Promote a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine
  • Coach and mentor DVM students in their professional development
  • Attend and participate in industry conferences
  • Engage with the community to enhance the hospital's outreach.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary reflecting skills and experience
  • RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) for retirement savings
  • Paid time off for vacations, sick days, and personal wellness
  • Annual continuing education allowance
  • Flexible benefits for those working a minimum of 24 hours per week
  • Covered certification memberships and uniform allowance
  • Access to mental health support and wellness resources
  • Career development pathways for professional growth
  • Generous discounts on personal pet care and lifestyle perks.
Full Job Description
Veterinarian, DVM

Location: Nanaimo, BC
Compensation: $115,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on experience and skills

Island Animal Hospital is currently welcoming a Veterinarianto join our team. 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!
  • A valid veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada
  • 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
  • An interest in attending conferences and networking with colleagues
  • A love for all companion animals!!


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.


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