Veterinarian Medical Director Bedford Parks Animal Hospital Nova Scotia

4 weeks ago


Bedford, Quebec, Canada VCA Canada Full time

DVM / Medical Director

Location: Bedford, NS

Flexible Schedules

Bedford Parks Animal Hospital is currently welcoming full-time DVM / Medical Director to join our team

About the Opportunity The ideal candidate for the Medical Director position will be confident and excited about building a strong team that aligns with our values. You see your team as an integral part of the broader team and you focus on taking the time to know each member, knowing that each person requires a tailored approach when it comes to: learning, performance and attaining set out goals. Some key responsibilities include:

  • Along with your main role as lead veterinarian, providing expertise to ensure optimal patient care; coaching teams in the realm of wellness plans, preventative and overall patient care.
  • Review and enhance protocols when required according to regulatory requirements
  • Foster a culture of teamwork and exceptional client service.
  • Partner with hospital leadership to assess financial performance and operations, addressing areas for improvement and celebrating achievements regularly
  • Engage in recruiting efforts for qualified Veterinarians through externships, referrals, career fairs, and DVM student summer program hires
  • Work with leadership to build and lead a high-performing team of veterinarians and technologists/technicians, employing effective leadership and coaching practices.
  • Contribute to performance evaluations and lead coaching sessions for all team members, emphasizing client education on wellness plans and preventive care.

What you bring to this role:

  • Dedication to promoting team-based medicine practices
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues, pet parents and community
  • Exceptional coaching and mentoring capabilities for your medical and support team
  • Passion for developing personally and professionally; prior experience leading medical teams is an asset but not required

What VCA Canada Offers

With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture of wellness and appreciation you can thrive in

  • VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more
  • Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses; Schedule Flexibility
  • VCA Academy Six-Month Mentorship Program for new/recent graduates or those new to primary care
  • RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier
  • Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips
  • Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn
  • Career and leadership opportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles
  • Immigration support
  • Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
  • Referral bonus rewards

Wellness: We care about your well-being and invest in resources for our associates.

  • Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance
  • Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time
  • Employee assistance program
  • E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
  • Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care
  • Professional liability insurance coverage
  • Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

About us: Our new hospital has a large, bright, beautiful new space to work in Bedford Parkshas been proudly an active member of our community in the Halifax Region since 2021 and strives to provide the best possible medical, surgical and dental care for small companion animals. Our hospital is within close proximity to 24/7 emergency clinic support; thereforeno on-call, no overnights, no Sundays, and no holiday schedules Nurturing a great culture is essential to our team. We are passionate about what we do and enjoy a collaborative team that focuses on how to make our work life better



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