Associate Veterinarian

About the Role

Burtch Animal Hospital is experiencing an exciting transformation under new leadership, with a refreshed facility and a commitment to fear-free techniques and updated standards of care. You'll join a team-oriented practice that's actively building a supportive, communicative culture where collaboration is the norm.

This position offers a rewarding mix of medical, surgical, and dental cases with the flexibility to work part-time or full-time—your choice. The role suits someone who is kind, collaborative, and genuinely interested in continuous growth. Based in Kelowna, you'll enjoy unbeatable work-life balance: access to pristine lakes, award-winning wineries, world-class skiing, and year-round outdoor recreation right at your doorstep. The Okanagan lifestyle is a genuine perk here, not just marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care to small animals, including dental procedures
• Apply fear-free handling techniques and updated standards of care
• Collaborate with the team on patient cases and practice protocols
• Contribute to the practice's continued growth and improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Valid DVM licence (registered in British Columbia or eligible for registration)
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• Positive, growth-oriented approach to veterinary medicine
• Experience or willingness to learn fear-free certification techniques

Benefits

• Salary: $125,000–$135,000 annually, plus monthly production bonuses
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation support
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid professional licensing fees
• Uniform allowance
• Health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling

About the Practice

Burtch Animal Hospital is part of NVA Canada, a network of veterinary practices committed to high-quality care and supportive work environments. The Kelowna location has recently undergone renovation and is operating under new leadership that prioritizes both clinical excellence and team culture.

Kelowna is a vibrant community in the heart of British Columbia's Okanagan Valley—known for stunning natural beauty, recreational opportunities, wine country, and a thriving food and cultural scene. Whether you're a skier, hiker, water sports enthusiast, or foodie, this region offers genuine lifestyle advantages that make the career move worthwhile.