Managing Veterinarian

About the Role

This is your chance to step into veterinary leadership where your influence truly matters. As Managing Veterinarian at Abbotsford Animal Hospital, you'll balance active clinical work with strategic leadership—guiding the hospital's direction, strengthening team culture, and elevating clinical standards. You're not managing from an office; you're leading from the front, building trust and driving meaningful change in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Located in Aurora, Ontario—one of the GTA's most desirable communities—you'll enjoy easy access to urban amenities, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, all while building a rewarding career and lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong medical leadership and maintain high standards of clinical care
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, patient-first culture across the team
• Build trust, alignment, and engagement among veterinarians and support staff
• Drive clinical quality, consistency, innovation, and sustainable growth
• Lead thoughtful, people-focused change management initiatives
• Mentor, inspire, and professionally develop veterinarians and support team members
• Uphold high medical, ethical, and professional standards throughout the hospital
• Shape clinical protocols and pursue specialized interests within your areas of expertise

Requirements

• Seasoned veterinary leader with demonstrated clinical and people management expertise
• Strong ability to lead with creativity, emotional intelligence, and genuine connection with team members
• Proven track record building trust and driving sustainable change in veterinary settings
• Commitment to collaborative problem-solving and open communication
• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with current valid licensure to practice in Ontario

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $120,000–$160,000 CAD annually (based on experience)
• Leadership bonuses
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• RRSP matching
• Paid vacation
• Continuing Education allowance
• Professional autonomy to shape protocols and pursue specialized clinical interests
• Access to advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment (ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, advanced orthopedic surgery)

About the Practice

Abbotsford Animal Hospital is a modern, well-established companion animal hospital delivering progressive medicine in a supportive, collaborative environment. The team values clinical freedom, open communication, and shared problem-solving—all grounded in respect and a commitment to high-quality care. The hospital is part of NVA Canada, benefiting from the resources and network of a national veterinary organization while maintaining its own strong local identity and culture.

The facility is equipped with advanced diagnostics and surgical capabilities, including ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, and advanced orthopedic surgery, enabling the team to deliver comprehensive, progressive companion animal care.