Associate Veterinarian Veterinarian – Full Time

At Alpine Veterinary Medical Centre, we are looking to add another veterinarian to our fun and energetic, 8 doctor practice located in beautiful Whitehorse, Yukon! We are predominately a small animal clinic that also sees a small caseload of exotics, equine, and farm animals. Our medical centre is an established practice proudly serving an engaging and passionate clientele. Our state-of-the-art medical equipment includes both a CR and DR x-ray system, DR dental x-ray system, a new ultrasound, Heska blood/urine analyzers, and comprehensive anesthetic monitoring equipment including ETCO2.

We are open Monday to Friday, with the benefit of 13 paid stat holidays. After enjoying an hour-long lunch break, all veterinarians finish work at the end of their scheduled shift by utilizing two 30-minute blocks for call backs and medical notes – no staying late!

In addition to offering a positive and collaborative working environment, we are offering a competitive compensation package with industry leading benefits (Health/Dental), Signing Bonus/Retention Bonus, paid vacation, CE and more! For out of territory candidates, we are open to providing relocation assistance.

Are you a graduating student or an early career DVM? Please feel free to reach out to learn more about our externship & mentorship programs!

Whitehorse is a vibrant, family-friendly community surrounded by breathtaking wilderness. If you are someone who enjoys all four seasons, a positive life-work balance (our average commute among staff members is 10 minutes), and spending time outdoors camping, fishing, mountain biking and more, then Whitehorse is for you!

Job Responsibilities:

· Build rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to and empathizing with their concerns.

· Perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.

· Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs.

· Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols.

· Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine.

· Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the public.

Skills and Basic Qualifications:

· A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university.

· Licensure in good standing to practice in Canada.

· Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.

At NVA Canada diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday reality. We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs, our people feel comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.