Veterinarian, VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital

Veterinarian, DVM

Location:

Sarnia, ON

Employment Type:

Full-time , flexible Job Status:
Existing Level: Experienced or new graduates Compensation: $100,000 to $150,000 per year, depending on experience Signing Bonus:
Available! Would you like to practice high-quality medicine just 3–4 days per week, with free weekends? We are welcoming an experienced or new graduate Veterinarian to join our team at Blue Cross Animal Hospital in Sarnia, Ontario.

Located in Southwestern Ontario on the shores of Lake Huron, our hospital has proudly served local pets and their families for more then 50 years, with regional outpatient locations in Petrolia and Corunna.

When you join our team, you will step into a warm, supportive hospital family with long-serving staff dedicated to delivering high-quality medical care to dogs and cats in a collaborative environment.

Experience genuine work-life balance while practicing medicine in a welcoming lakeside community.

• Provide wellness and preventive care, including vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, laboratory screening, and wellness planning.
• Maintain a full schedule of 10 mixed appointments per shift while allowing flexibility to address walk-ins.
• Provide routine dental care, including examinations and cleanings, and identify opportunities for preventive or follow-up treatment.
• Support senior pets by monitoring health, managing chronic conditions, and providing preventive care to maintain quality of life.
• Build trusted relationships with pet owners through clear communication and compassionate care.
• Perform routine soft-tissue surgeries, such as spay and neuter procedures, laceration repairs, and umbilical hernia corrections.
• Maintain accurate medical records and follow best practices in patient care and hospital protocols.
• Collaborate within a team-based veterinary medicine environment, recognizing the importance of every role in delivering exceptional client and patient care.
• Flexible availability for a 3- to 4-day work week, and no weekends.

• A valid DVM degree from an accredited university and a license (or immediate evanskilling for licensing) with the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO).
• A genuine enthusiasm for veterinary medicine and a deep commitment to the health and well-being of our dogs and cats.
• A strong dedication to promoting team-based medical practices, partnering closely with our talented RVTs and support staff.
• Engaging interpersonal and communication skills that build trust with our pet parents, your colleagues, and community.
• A natural passion for coaching and mentoring, helping to elevate your team members and share your knowledge.

• RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program to help you save for the future.
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees.
• VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more!
• Professional liability insurance coverage.
• Referral bonus rewards.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and dedicated personal wellness days.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care.
• Digital wellness tools to assist with mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.
• VCA Academy Mentorship Program, a six-month tailored mentorship program with ongoing support.
• Medical Library Access; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• Generous continuing education (CE) allowances
• Exceptional career development pathways and leadership opportunities.
• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
• Virtual health care offering quick access to quality care
• Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives.

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VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

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