Associate Veterinarian Veterinarian – Full Time

Located near mountains, beaches, lakes and trails in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Juan de Fuca Veterinary Clinic is seeking an Associate DVM to join our team. Being part of our team means having the freedom to be true to yourself and your passion for helping animals. We love what we do, and we love coming to work every day. (Ok, MOST days. We’re all just human after all!)

We offer a progressive practice and a top-notch staff of Drs. and techs with a mix of experience and wealth of knowledge. We talk to each other, share cases, and offer support. Our hospital is fully equipped with ultrasound, digital radiography, digital dentistry, endoscopy and more.

At Juan de Fuca, we encourage personal growth, ensuring work/life balance is a priority with no on-call or after-hours requirements. We offer flexible scheduling, short work weeks if desired, and the option for full or part time employment. Professional growth is also supported with a generous CE allowance, VIN membership, collaboration, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.

Culture and fit are our top priority, and we are offering great compensation and benefits to the right candidate! To learn more, check out our website at jdfvet.com.

Job Responsibilities:

• Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns.
• Performs 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.
• Assists in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
• Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the general 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 British Columbia or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Works collaboratively with hospital team members.
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
• Manages time and tasks appropriately.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth

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.