Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

About the Role

If you're a board-certified internal medicine specialist looking for a role that balances clinical excellence with mentorship and lifestyle, the CARE Centre at Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency is calling. You'll manage a high-volume, diverse caseload in a fully equipped referral environment alongside specialists in radiology, neurology, oncology, dentistry, dermatology, ophthalmology, cardiology, and critical care. The practice is committed to collaboration, excellent client service, and work-life balance—no heroic solo practice burnout here.

Your days will involve advanced internal medicine cases—gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and respiratory endoscopic procedures—supported by state-of-the-art imaging (CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, ultrasound). Beyond clinical work, you'll have meaningful opportunities to supervise and mentor interns and final-year veterinary students from the University of Calgary, contributing to the next generation of veterinarians. The facility operates with on-site emergency and critical care teams handling after-hours and weekend coverage, so you're working within a structured, supported system.

Why Calgary? This vibrant city of 1.3 million offers world-class outdoor recreation—Banff National Park is just 90 minutes away for skiing, hiking, and climbing. The city has excellent dining, shopping, arts venues, and professional sports, plus extensive bike trails and proximity to the Rocky Mountains. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or city culture lover, Calgary delivers both.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical internal medicine care for a high-volume referral caseload, managing complex gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and respiratory cases
• Perform and interpret endoscopic procedures (gastrointestinal, genitourinary, respiratory)
• Collaborate with specialists across multiple disciplines (radiology, neurology, oncology, cardiology, surgery, critical care, and others) in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Supervise and mentor veterinary interns and final-year students from the University of Calgary
• Contribute to clinical and didactic teaching initiatives
• Deliver exceptional client communication and patient care
• Support the practice's commitment to continuing education and professional development

Requirements

• Completed internal medicine residency and board certification (or commitment to board certification)
• Strong collaborative and team-based approach to medicine
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, pet parents, and the veterinary community
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring abilities
• Passion for teaching and guiding the next generation of veterinary professionals

Benefits

• Competitive compensation reflecting your skills, experience, and role
• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%)
• Paid continuing education time and annual CE allowance
• Paid vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days
• Benefits eligibility: minimum 24 hours per week, with flexible options
• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance
• Mental health and wellness support: virtual telemedicine, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools (mindfulness, sleep, fitness apps)
• Career development pathways
• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks (exclusive shopping discounts, wellness app access)

About the Practice

Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency (CARE Centre) is part of VCA Canada, a network of veterinary hospitals with headquarters in Calgary, Alberta. VCA Canada has been serving pets and communities for nearly 45 years and operates as part of Mars Veterinary Health, a global family of veterinary brands. The practice is dedicated to delivering world-class medicine with hometown care, managing over 4.5 million pet visits annually across its network. The CARE Centre is recognized for excellence in emergency and referral care and is committed to supporting veterinarians' careers and well-being.

In 2026, VCA Canada earned recognition as one of Alberta's Top Employers for the third consecutive year and was selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People, reflecting the organization's commitment to providing exceptional workplace experiences and supporting career development across its 4,000+ Canadian employees.