Managing Veterinarian

About the Role

Central Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced DVM to step into the Managing Veterinarian role in Kelowna, BC. You'll provide medical leadership and mentorship while partnering with the Hospital Manager to support the team, drive hospital operations, and fuel continued growth. This is a chance to make a real clinical and organizational impact in a practice that's built strong client relationships and consistently earns excellent Google reviews.

You'll work alongside a collaborative multi-DVM team handling a diverse caseload—surgery, dentistry, consults, and more. The practice is open to discussing your ideal schedule, recognizing that work-life balance matters. And then there's the location: Kelowna offers lake life, world-class wineries, hiking, biking, golf, skiing, and the full Okanagan lifestyle right at your doorstep.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and mentorship to the veterinary team
• Work collaboratively with the Hospital Manager on practice operations and strategic growth
• Deliver high-quality clinical care across surgery, dentistry, and general consultations
• Contribute to maintaining the practice's excellent standards and client relationships

Requirements

• Valid DVM licence in British Columbia (or ability to obtain one)
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership or mentoring capacity
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge across multiple disciplines (surgery, dentistry, general practice)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $115,000–$130,000 annually, based on experience
• Additional leadership compensation
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• CE (Continuing Education) allowance
• Paid vacation
• Flexible scheduling (practice is open to discussing your ideal schedule)

About the Practice

Central Valley Veterinary Hospital is part of NVA Canada, a national veterinary group. The practice has built a strong reputation in Kelowna, reflected in excellent client reviews and a commitment to high standards of clinical care. The team is collaborative and supportive, creating an environment where experienced veterinarians can thrive both professionally and personally.

Kelowna is a vibrant community nestled in the heart of British Columbia's Okanagan region. Beyond the exam room, you'll find world-class skiing, pristine lakes, award-winning wineries, fantastic hiking and biking trails, championship golf courses, and a thriving social and cultural scene—all within minutes of the practice.