Veterinarian

Veterinarian, DVM

Location: Ottawa, ON

Employment type: Full-time

Level: Experienced, minimum of two or more years.

Job Status: Existing

Compensation: $110,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on experience

Pretoria Animal Hospital welcomes a Veterinarian (DVM) to our Ottawa, Ontario, hospital. As a successful candidate, you'll build trusted relationships with pet parents and work alongside a dedicated support team to deliver outstanding care and a positive experience for every patient who walks through our doors.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a full schedule of mixed 10 appointments per shift while allowing flexibility to address walk-ins and urgent patient needs when necessary
• Provide preventative care including; vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, laboratory screening and wellness planning
• Support senior pets by monitoring health, managing chronic conditions, and providing preventive care to maintain quality of life
• Provide routine dental care, including examinations and cleanings, and identify opportunities for preventive or follow-up treatment
• Build trusted relationships with pet owners through clear communication and compassionate care
• Perform routine surgical procedures such as spay and neuter, laceration repair, umbilical hernia, enucleation and basic orthopedic surgery
• 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
• Nurture a team-based veterinary environment, celebrating the vital role every team member plays in delivering exceptional care.

What You Bring

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Canada (full licence)
• Flexible availability to work 4 days a week, no weekends. A minimum of 2+ years of post-grad clinic experience.
• A strong dedication to promoting team-based medical practices, partnering closely with our talented RVTs and support team.
• Engaging and empathetic communication skills that build trust with pet parents, colleagues, and the local community.
• Clinical Confidence: Strong diagnostic, surgical, and dental skills, alongside a dedication to delivering compassionate patient care.
• A commitment to providing heart-centred care and high-quality veterinary medicine

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role. 
• RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future. 
• Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days. 
• Annual CE Allowance. 
• Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options. 
• Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance. 
• Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness.
• Various career development pathways. 
• Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app. 
• Medical Library Access: 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
• VCA Academy Mentorship Program for new graduates.

Our hospital:  Nestled on the edge of downtown Ottawa, Pretoria Animal Hospital has cared for the pets of our surrounding communities for more than 27 years. Our hospital combines the energy of a busy practice with the warmth of a close-knit team, creating an environment where colleagues support one another, celebrate successes and make a meaningful difference every day.

Our Story

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.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canada.

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