Veterinarian Neurologist, Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre

VCA Animal Hospitals

$180K — $250K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Completion of a recognized Neurology residency program
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Veterinary Neurology (ACVIM or ECVN)
  • DVM (or equivalent) with eligibility for licensure in British Columbia
  • Strong commitment to exceptional client service
  • Skilled in mentoring and guiding junior veterinary professionals

Responsibilities

  • Manage, monitor, and deliver high-quality care for neurological cases
  • Serve as primary contact for clients, providing updates and treatment plans
  • Collaborate closely with specialty services and veterinary associates
  • Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
  • Coordinate appointment schedules with urgency and professionalism
  • Engage with the referring veterinary community quarterly

Benefits

  • Generous compensation model
  • RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program
  • Continuing education benefits
  • Career and leadership opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
  • Paid wellness days and sick days
  • Relocation and immigration support
  • Professional liability insurance coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness resources including meditation and telehealth options
Full Job Description
Veterinarian Neurologist

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Come and enjoy the quality of life on the West Coast, the Coastal Mountains, warm weather and beautiful scenery!
Department: Neurology
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: to be determined with the qualified candidate
Compensation: $180,000 to $250,000 CAD plus additional rewards
Experience: Boarded or eligible

Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre is welcoming a Board Certified Veterinary Neurologist to join our specialty referral (internal medicine, critical care, surgery, radiology, ophthalmology & oncology) and 24-hour emergency practice in Vancouver, British Columbia. The ideal candidate will have a positive, collegial demeanour, excellent communication skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for collaboration with specialists and emergency doctors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide Exceptional Patient Care: Manage, monitor, and deliver high-quality care for a wide range of neurological cases, with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for each patient
  • Client Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, clearly communicating updates on their pets' progress, treatment plans, and next steps with empathy and professionalism
  • Team Collaboration: Actively support and foster our team-based medicine approach by collaborating closely with specialty services, technicians, and fellow veterinary associates
  • Medical Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely medical records to support continuity of care and ensure compliance with best practices
  • Schedule Management: Monitor and coordinate appointment schedules in partnership with your specialty service administrator. Ensure appointments are confirmed with clients, adjust as needed for cancellations, and prioritize scheduling for urgent cases
  • Referring Community Engagement: Engage with the referring veterinary community every quarter to share knowledge, strengthen relationships, and provide updates on services, learnings and patient outcomes


Qualifications
  • Neurology Residency: Completion of a recognized Neurology residency program
  • Board Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Veterinary Neurology (ACVIM or ECVN)
  • Veterinary Credentials: DVM (or equivalent) with eligibility for licensure in the province of British Columbia
  • Client-Centred Care: A strong commitment to delivering exceptional client service, driven by a genuine compassion for pets and their families
  • Mentorship & Leadership: Skilled in mentoring and guiding junior veterinary professionals, contributing to a positive, growth-oriented team culture.


What we can offer you
  • Generous compensation model
  • RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program!
  • VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan 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
  • Great team to work with!


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