Oncologist, Small Animal

About the Role

Guardian Veterinary Centre is expanding its specialty oncology services and seeking a Board-Certified Oncologist to join a highly collaborative team. Since 2007, this well-established specialty hospital has built a strong reputation throughout Northern Alberta, Northern BC, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. You'll deliver advanced surgical oncology care while playing an active role in supporting and educating the referral network, sharing expertise on innovative procedures and treatment advancements.

This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation with production opportunities, a substantial $100,000 signing bonus for boarded candidates, and relocation support. The hospital is mid-expansion, adding 10,000 square feet of new facilities including an MRI, dedicated ICU, and additional procedure rooms to complement the existing 20,000-square-foot facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide board-level surgical oncology care to referred small animal patients
• Mentor interns, residents, and support staff in a collaborative learning environment
• Partner with pet parents, clearly explaining procedures, expected outcomes, and providing compassionate support throughout their pet's care journey
• Maintain exceptional clinical standards and deliver high-quality patient care
• Support and educate the regional referral community through ongoing consultation and education
• Collaborate with a highly skilled specialty team including internal medicine, critical care, and emergency specialists

Requirements

• Successful completion of a veterinary surgery residency program
• Board certification (ACVS or equivalent) or eligibility to sit for board certification examination
• Strong client communication skills with ability to partner effectively with pet parents
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining high clinical standards
• Passion for mentoring and collaborative team-based practice

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus: $100,000 (for boarded candidates)
• Relocation support available
• Competitive compensation package with production opportunities
• RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program
• VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program
• Medical Library Access: 2,000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, and research resources
• Continuing education benefits
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees covered
• Referral bonus rewards
• Paid vacation time, paid sick days, and paid wellness days
• Employee assistance programs
• E-tools supporting meditation, sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care access for quick, quality care
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Career and leadership development opportunities
• Community engagement opportunities through VCA Canada initiatives

About the Practice

Guardian Veterinary Centre is a 20,000-square-foot specialty hospital offering surgery, internal medicine, critical care, and 24-hour emergency services. The facility features newly updated CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, and arthroscopy equipment, plus an onsite digital cytology analyzer for rapid pathology turnarounds. The hospital is currently expanding by 10,000 square feet with plans for MRI installation, a dedicated ICU, and additional procedure rooms. The specialty team has maintained strong continuity—many members have worked together for 10+ years—creating a genuinely collaborative culture built on trust and mutual support. Registered Veterinary Technologists are highly skilled, fully utilized, and eager to learn, while the experienced emergency team works closely with specialists.

Guardian Veterinary Centre is part of VCA Canada, a network of veterinary hospitals with head office in Calgary and committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. In 2017, VCA Canada joined the Mars Veterinary Health family, strengthening commitment to veterinary excellence. The organization has been recognized as one of Alberta's Top Employers for three consecutive years (2024, 2025, 2026) and as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026.

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