Associate Veterinarian Veterinarian – Full Time

Westview Veterinary Hospital in Powell River, British Columbia is currently seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative team of 4 DVMs and 13 support staff. Our hospital has been an important part of the Powell River community since the 1970s. We are proud to be AAHA certified and provide quality, professional, compassionate, up-to-date veterinary and nursing care for all our patients. We offer the opportunity to expand your skills with exposure to a diverse range of cases and surgeries and we have a strong focus on learning and growth through CE. We are a fully equipped, full-service hospital with a large case load. We have a good array of equipment including DR regular and dental X-rays, and two U/S machines including Echo capabilities. We also have a large amount of orthopaedic equipment that is used regularly, as well as flexible and rigid endoscopy equipment. New grads are welcome to apply as experienced mentorship is available.

Powell River is well known for its natural beauty and outdoor adventure. Families and adventure seekers alike are drawn to the Sunshine Coast lifestyle, with plenty of opportunities to explore, hike, camp, kayak, scuba dive and more. At Westview Veterinary Hospital, we offer flexible scheduling to allow you time to enjoy all that Powell River has to offer. To learn more about our team, please visit our website at westview-vet.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 affectively
•  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.