Veterinarian, DVM

About the Role

Downtown Animal Hospital is welcoming an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join their energetic, collaborative team in the heart of Toronto. If you thrive on variety—a mix of wellness care, preventive medicine, routine surgery, and building trusted relationships with pet owners—this part-time opportunity offers genuine flexibility within a practice that values every team member.

This is a 24-hour-per-week role with the chance to maintain a full schedule of 10 mixed appointments per shift, plus walk-in flexibility. You'll work a blend of weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays in a Fear Free certified, AAHA-accredited setting with full diagnostic capabilities including in-house lab, digital imaging, dental, and hands-free radiology. Located in a beautifully restored heritage building on Church Street, this clinic balances dynamic daily pace with genuine compassion for pets and pet parents alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver wellness and preventive care: vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition counselling, laboratory screening, and preventive wellness planning
• Maintain a full appointment schedule while remaining flexible for walk-in cases
• Provide routine dental care including examinations, cleanings, and identification of preventive or follow-up needs
• Support senior pets through health monitoring, chronic condition management, and quality-of-life maintenance
• Build trusted relationships with pet owners through clear communication and compassionate care
• Perform routine surgical procedures including spay/neuter, laceration repair, and umbilical hernia correction
• Maintain accurate medical records and follow best practices in patient care and hospital protocols
• Collaborate within a team-based veterinary medicine environment where every role—from RVTs to client care—is respected and fully leveraged

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, licensed or eligible for licensure to practise in Canada
• Minimum 1 year of post-graduation clinical experience
• Flexible availability to work a mix of weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays
• Commitment to team-based practice where every role is valued and respected
• Empathetic communication skills and ability to build trust with teammates and pet parents
• Strong diagnostic and surgical skills with dedication to high-quality, compassionate patient care

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $100,000–$150,000 annually, pro-rated for part-time and based on experience
• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%)
• Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days
• Annual CE allowance
• Benefits eligibility: minimum 24 hours per week with flexible options
• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance
• Mental health support: virtual healthcare (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools (mindfulness, sleep, physical fitness)
• Career development pathways
• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks (exclusive shopping discounts, wellness app access)
• Medical Library Access: 2,000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research resources
• VCA Academy Mentorship Program for new graduates

About the Practice

Downtown Animal Hospital is housed in a uniquely restored heritage building on Church Street in downtown Toronto. As a Fear Free certified and AAHA-accredited practice, the clinic is dedicated to providing gentle, compassionate care to a loyal community of pets and pet parents. The team prioritizes a warm, inclusive culture where your voice is valued and your passion for animal care is genuinely shared.

Downtown Animal Hospital is part of VCA Canada, a network of veterinary hospitals with head offices in Calgary, Alberta. VCA Canada has been positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. In 2017, VCA Canada became part of Mars Veterinary Health, reinforcing the company's commitment to the strength and stability of the veterinary profession. VCA Canada employs over 4,000 Canadians and has earned recognition as one of Alberta's Top Employers (2026, third consecutive year), one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People (2026), and 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canada.