Veterinarian, Shawnessy South Animal Hospital

VCA Animal Hospitals•Calgary, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Shawnessy South Animal Hospital is seeking a fully licensed Veterinarian to join their team. This role involves building strong relationships with pet parents and collaborating with the support team to deliver excellent patient care. The hospital is committed to ongoing professional development, offering in-house resources and opportunities to expand clinical expertise. They provide a friendly, team-oriented environment that supports career growth and clinical excellence.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM)
Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Canada (full license)
Confident working on your own and performing elective surgeries and other common procedures
Provide veterinary dental care for dogs and cats, including comprehensive oral examinations, professional dental cleanings with scaling and polishing
Comfortable performing dental radiographs and, for experienced clinicians, extractions or other advanced dental procedures
A commitment to providing heart-centered care and high-quality veterinary medicine

Responsibilities

Hold a valid Veterinarian license permitting practice in Canada
Maintain a full schedule of appointments per shift, allowing flexibility to address walk-ins
Confident performing advanced surgical procedures
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
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

Benefits

Student Loan RRSP Program
Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses
RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program
Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
Comprehensive educational resources in our e-university
Continuing education benefits
Career and leadership opportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles
Immigration support
Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
Referral bonus rewards
Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance
Paid wellness days
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