Veterinary Criticalist

Come and join Maritime Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center - our 24,000-square-foot, state‑of‑the‑art hospital in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. We seek a Criticalist interested in managing complex cases and collaborating with the local veterinary community and our hospital team. Someone that would like the ability to help build a department from scratch and have a say in choosing equipment would be an asset.

Our vision is to offer the highest quality patient care and client service while providing a supportive culture and collaborative work environment where continual education and advancement of our team are paramount. Your Critical Care service would be supported by Surgery, Internal Medicine, Exotics, Neurology, Cardiology, Radiology, Rehab and a strong 24/7 Emergency team.

Our hospital is fully equipped with everything you need to practice high‑quality medicine, including separate canine and feline ICUs, multiple Snyder oxygen kennels, high flow oxygen, comprehensive in‑house lab, ultrasound, endoscopy, CT, MRI, defibrillator, and invasive blood pressure monitoring capability.

Enjoy life in the Halifax Regional Municipality—where friendly people, a relaxed East Coast lifestyle, and big‑city amenities come together. From vibrant festivals, farmers’ markets, and a diverse food scene to stunning beaches, lakes, parks, and year‑round outdoor recreation, Halifax offers an exceptional quality of life both in and outside of work.

If interested in discussing this opportunity, along with our competitive salary, signing/relocation bonus, health care, and benefits, please contact Tauri Verhow at