Associate Veterinarian

About the Role

North Bay Animal Hospital is building something special: a veterinary practice where you can deliver exceptional care without sacrificing your personal life. This is a full-time or part-time associate position with a genuine 9-5 schedule (or flexible hours if that suits you better)—no on-call duties, no evening shifts, no weekend rotations. Just dedicated daytime work and your time back.

You'll be joining an experienced, collaborative team in a state-of-the-art facility equipped with 5 exam rooms, in-house IDEXX laboratory, surgical suites, dental stations, and advanced diagnostic capabilities. The practice offers a comprehensive scope: preventative care, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, advanced dentistry, rehabilitation, hospice care, nutrition consulting, and pain management. This breadth means varied cases and continuous learning opportunities within a single day.

North Bay itself is a draw. Surrounded by lakes, forests, and parks, the area delivers year-round outdoor recreation—hiking, camping, fishing, skiing—with a genuine small-town community feel and a notably lower cost of living than larger Canadian cities. If you value nature and peace alongside your career, this location is difficult to beat.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preventative care and medical management for small animal patients
• Perform soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures
• Deliver advanced dental care and treatment
• Conduct rehabilitation and pain management consultations
• Support hospice and end-of-life care for patients
• Contribute to a collaborative, team-based practice environment
• Share ideas and participate actively in practice culture and decision-making

Requirements

• Valid DVM (veterinary degree) and current licensure in Ontario
• Enthusiasm for small animal medicine and surgery
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuing professional development

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $100,000–$150,000 annually, based on experience
• Bonus potential up to $20,000
• Industry-leading health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Paid vacation
• Continuing education support
• Relocation assistance (available for out-of-area candidates)

About the Practice

North Bay Animal Hospital is part of NVA Canada, a network organization with national reach and resources. The practice itself is independently operated and deeply embedded in the North Bay community. The team is built on collaboration, shared expertise, and a genuine commitment to both animal welfare and staff wellbeing—a philosophy that translates directly into their scheduling, culture, and day-to-day operations.

NVA Canada is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility throughout its recruitment and employment practices. The organization explicitly welcomes accommodation requests at any stage and has established protocols to protect applicant privacy and ensure transparent communication.