Emergency Veterinarian

About the Role

VCA Canada Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital is looking for an Emergency Veterinarian to join a collaborative team dedicated entirely to emergency and critical care. You'll work with cutting-edge technology—CT, ultrasound, in-house labs, digital radiography—alongside on-site specialists, giving you the tools to practice high-quality, efficient care and genuinely help your patients.

The schedule requires overnight rotations, but the hospital prioritizes work-life balance with flexible scheduling and a compact 30-hour full-time workweek. You'll mentor junior staff, manage complex cases, and communicate clearly with your team, clients, and referring veterinarians in a high-performing environment built on teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage up to 15 inpatient cases per shift, including critical and complex cases
• Triage and monitor 8 to 12 emergency cases with clinical confidence and efficiency
• Provide solid diagnostic and critical care skills tailored to patient needs
• Deliver exemplary customer service that builds client loyalty and trust
• Coach and mentor junior staff to support a team medicine culture
• Complete medical records efficiently and accurately
• Liaise with the entire specialty team
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with team members, clients, and referring veterinarians

Requirements

• Valid DVM degree or equivalent, enabling practice in Canada
• Completion of a rotating internship preferred, OR 2+ years of experience working in an emergency hospital managing complex cases
• Strong diagnostic, surgical, and emergency care skills
• Team-oriented and cooperative in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills to stay focused and work under pressure
• Ability to coach junior staff and support a team medicine culture

Benefits

• Compensation: $100–$110 per hour, depending on experience
• Bonus program (ask for details)
• RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program
• VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program (ask for details)
• Comprehensive educational resources via e-university
• Continuing education benefits
• Career and leadership opportunities: medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other advancement paths
• Relocation assistance and immigration support if required
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees covered
• Excellent maternity coverage benefits
• Referral bonus rewards
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Paid wellness days
• Paid sick days
• Paid vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• E-tools for meditation, sleep optimization, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care access offering quick access to quality care
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Community volunteering opportunities through VCA Canada initiatives

About the Practice

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals with its head office in Calgary, Alberta, serving pets and communities across the country for nearly 45 years. In 2017, VCA Canada joined the Mars Veterinary Health family, strengthening its commitment to the profession and pet parents nationwide. The practice is proud to support over 4,000 Canadian employees and has been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for the third consecutive year (2026) and one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People (2026).

Victoria's location offers a vibrant Pacific Northwest lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and a temperate coastal climate—ideal for those seeking work-life balance and community engagement.