Veterinarian, Critical Care, Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency Centre
About The Position
Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency Centre is seeking a residency-trained or Board-certified Criticalist to join their Critical Care Department. This is a permanent, full-time position. The Critical Care Department operates seven days a week, managed by Criticalists. The role involves contributing to the advancement of the department, managing critical inpatients and ER triages, supporting the Emergency department, and mentoring interns and staff. The hospital is a 26,000 square foot, 24-hour emergency and referral specialty facility in Calgary, offering a fast-paced, high-adrenaline work environment that values teamwork, high-quality care, collegiality, excellent client service, continuing education, and work-life balance. They are committed to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community with the highest level of emergency and referral care. Opportunities for professional development include teaching interns and UCVM students, and formal mentorship of interns. The hospital is equipped with a full complement of on-site diagnostics including digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house lab, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, and MRI.
Requirements
- A valid DVM degree or equivalent, enabling practice in Canada
- Board-certified (AVCECC or ECVECC) or residency trained (and eligible to sit for board examination) in Critical Care
- License in Alberta or eligibility to be licensed with the ABVMA
- Strong leadership skills combined with a positive team player attitude
- Excellent diagnostic and critical care skills
- Exemplary customer service that builds loyalty and trust with your clients
- Strong organizational skills which allow you to stay focused and work under pressure
- The drive and ability to help train and mentor interns and technicians
Responsibilities
- Further advancement of the Critical Care department
- Primary management of critical inpatients and ER triages
- Support and mentorship of the Emergency department
- Teaching and mentoring the interns and support staff
Benefits
- RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program
- VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program
- VCA Academy Mentorship Program
- Medical Library Access
- Continuing education benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
