Veterinarian - Equine Hospital and Ambulatory

About the Role

Imagine a practice that genuinely protects your work-life balance while giving you access to sophisticated equine diagnostics and a multidisciplinary team that values your input. Westhills Equine Veterinary Services is a community of professionals united by a shared passion for advancing equine care, and they're looking for a veterinarian ready to provide innovative, ethical care in a collaborative environment.

You'll work a 4-day week with emergency call rotation, handling a diverse caseload that spans sports medicine, preventative health, diagnostics, dentistry, ophthalmology, field surgery, pre-purchase exams, and emergency/ambulatory work. The practice operates from a purpose-built facility with a heated 80×150 arena for sports medicine appointments, a fully equipped hospital wing with camera-monitored stalls and fluid therapy capabilities, in-house lab services (CBC, blood chemistry, automated fecal parasite analysis, PRP/ProStride), and multiple fully stocked mobile veterinary trucks for off-site care.

The location in Parkland County offers quick access to Edmonton's urban amenities while maintaining a rural, pastoral setting — ideal for those seeking professional growth without sacrificing quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level equine veterinary care across sports medicine, preventative health, and emergency/ambulatory services
• Conduct diagnostics, dental work, ophthalmology assessments, and pre-purchase evaluations
• Perform field surgery and provide on-site treatment using mobile clinic capabilities
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans
• Participate in emergency call rotation as part of the 4-day week schedule
• Contribute to continuous learning and innovation within the practice

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or equivalent veterinary degree) licensed to practice in Canada
• Passion for equine medicine and advancing patient care
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Benefits

• Salary: $90,000–$120,000 annually
• Health Savings Account
• Veterinary liability insurance
• Employee discount
• Clothing allowance
• Paid professional licenses and dues
• Continuing Education (CE) covered
• Fully stocked work vehicle provided

About the Practice

Westhills Equine Veterinary Services is a full-service equine hospital and ambulatory clinic built on teamwork, integrity, and continuous learning. The practice invests deeply in education, mentorship, and innovation, creating a culture where every team member contributes to an environment centred on communication, collaboration, and personal growth.

The facility includes separate treatment and appointment areas with stocks, a fully heated indoor arena, a multi-stall hospital wing with advanced monitoring, in-house diagnostic capabilities, and daytime turnout pens. The practice operates a fleet of mobile units for comprehensive off-site equine care, making it a comprehensive resource for the region.