Veterinarian, DVMLocation: Ottawa, ONEmployment type: Full-timeLevel: ExperiencedJob Status: ExistingCompensation: $110,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on experienceJoin a collaborative hospital focused on providing high-quality veterinary care.
Pretoria Animal Hospital welcomes a Veterinarian to join our team in Ottawa, Ontario. 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.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain a full schedule of mixed appointments per shift while allowing flexibility to address walk-ins and urgent patient needs when necessary
- Provide preventative care including; vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, laboratory screening and wellness planning
- Provide routine dental care, including examinations and cleanings, and identify opportunities for preventive or follow-up treatment
- Support senior pets by monitoring health, managing chronic conditions, and providing preventive care to maintain quality of life
- Build trusted relationships with pet owners through clear communication and compassionate care
- Perform routine surgical procedures such as spay and neuter, laceration repair, umbilical hernia, enucleation and basic orthopedic surgery
- Maintain accurate medical records and follow best practices in patient care and hospital protocols
- Collaborate within a team-based veterinary medicine environment, recognizing the importance of every role in delivering exceptional client and patient care
- Nurture a team-based veterinary environment, celebrating the vital role every team member plays in delivering exceptional care.
What You Bring- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Canada (full licence)
- Flexible availability to work 4 days a week, no weekends. A minimum of 2+ years of post-grad clinic experience.
- A strong dedication to promoting team-based medical practices, partnering closely with our talented RVTs and support team.
- Engaging and empathetic communication skills that build trust with pet parents, colleagues, and the local community.
- Clinical Confidence: Strong diagnostic, surgical, and dental skills, alongside a dedication to delivering compassionate patient care.
- A commitment to providing heart-centred care and high-quality veterinary medicine
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.
- Medical Library Access: 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
- VCA Academy Mentorship Program for new graduates.
Our hospital: Nestled on the edge of downtown Ottawa, Pretoria Animal Hospital has cared for the pets of the Glebe and surrounding communities for more than 27 years. Our hospital combines the energy of a busy practice with the warmth of a close-knit team, creating an environment where colleagues support one another, celebrate successes and make a meaningful difference every day.
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