Emergency Veterinarian, Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre

Veterinarian, DVM Department: Emergency Location: Calgary, AB

Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is welcoming a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. This position provides an opportunity to work with top board-certified specialists and the ability to partake in cutting‑edge veterinary medicine. Our goal is to provide a long‑term career as an emergency veterinarian, with a sustainable shift‑rotation schedule and a stimulating yet manageable caseload .

Western strives to provide our team with a respectful, educational, productive, fun and collaborative work environment where the primary goal is to provide world‑class veterinary services and patient care. We offer a dynamic team environment, encompassing specialty and emergency services. Candidates should have previous emergency experience, and completion of an internship program is an asset. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service and communication skills. Our 24‑hour emergency department is led by our team of three Criticalists and a Critical Care Resident. Come be a part of Calgary’s team of veterinary specialty professionals.

Qualifications

• A valid DVM from an accredited university
• Genuine passion for emergency medicine and special interest in Trauma/Critical Care
• 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

Schedule: The emergency team works a rotational schedule , including overnights and weekends . This allows for even distribution of the workload and an overall improved hospital experience. Our specialists also participate in providing after‑hours support to our emergency team.

What VCA Canada Offers

• Employer match (5%) group RRSP plan - Planning for your future just got easier with VCA Canada!
• Generous Compensation
• Comprehensive Educational Resources in our e‑University
• Continuing education benefits
• Relocation assistance; Immigration support
• Membership, dues, and conference fees
• Referral Bonus Rewards

Wellness

• Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work‑life balance
• Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
• 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 initiatives

About us

Founded in 2001, WVSEC is dedicated to serving the needs of veterinarians and pet owners, offering state‑of‑the‑art specialty and emergency veterinary services at one of the largest, most comprehensive facilities of its kind in Canada. Our team includes specialists in Cardiology, Critical Care, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Radiology, Surgery, and Internal Medicine, along with 24‑hour emergency care. Our hospital culture fosters teamwork and camaraderie that naturally leads to delivering exceptional care to our patients, and service to our clients, referring veterinarians and our community. The hospital is well equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, linear accelerator, mechanical ventilator, and a complete on‑site diagnostic laboratory.

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