Veterinarian, Critical Care, Calgary Animal Referral

JOB DESCRIPTION Veterinarian, Critical CareLocation: Calgary, AlbertaEmployment Type: Contract Full TimeCalgary Animal Referral & Emergency Centre is welcoming another residency-trained or Board-certified Criticalist (contract, full-time) to join other Criticalists on our specialty health care team to take over for maternity leave.Our Critical Care Department is a 7-day-a-week service, run full time by our Criticalists. Our Critical Care Department is a busy and growing service that works closely with both the ER and specialty services. The candidate’s responsibilities will include further advancement of the Critical Care department, primary management of critical in-patients and ER triages, support and mentorship of the Emergency department, and teaching and mentoring the interns and support staff. About Us is a 24-hour emergency and referral specialty hospital, which operates out of a 26,000 square foot facility in Calgary. The hospital has recently undergone a complete update and expansion to facilitate the ever-growing caseload and expanding specialty services, including the design of a new, state-of-the-art ICU with updated equipment for the Critical Care Service. The specialties include: Critical Care (, Oncology (1), Neurology (1), Dermatology (1), Dentistry (1), Internal Medicine (2), Ophthalmology (1), Surgery (3), Radiology (1), and Anesthesia (1).Our hospital offers a challenging; quick-paced, high-adrenaline work environment where team work and high quality care is at the heart of what we do. We espouse the values of a collegial and team based approach to medicine, excellent client service, continuing education, and work life balance. We are committed to supporting pet owners and the veterinary community by providing the highest level of emergency and referral care. Opportunities for professional development abound, including teaching of interns and UCVM students, formal mentorship of interns. A full complement of on-site diagnostics includes digital radiography, ultrasound, in house lab, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, and MRI. As our ideal Candidate, you have:A valid DVM degree or equivalent, enabling practice in CanadaCandidates must be board-certified (AVCECC or ECVECC) or residency trained (and eligible to sit for board examination) in Critical Care.A license in Alberta or eligibility to be licensed with the ABVMA.Strong leadership skills combined with a positive team player attitude to enable our teams to flourishExcellent diagnostic and critical care skillsExemplary customer service that builds loyalty and trust with your clientsStrong organizational skills, which allow you to stay focused and work under pressureThe drive and ability to help train and mentor interns and techniciansWhat VCA Canada OffersCompensation is important which is why we have tailored programs just for youGenerous Compensation and Sign-on BonusesComprehensive Educational Resources in our e-UniversityContinuing education benefitsRelocation assistance; Immigration supportMembership, dues, and conference feesReferral Bonus RewardsWellness: We care about your well-being and invest in resources that foster a Wellness and Appreciation culture.Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balanceVCA Academy’s Recent Graduate or those new to Primary Care, 90-Day Personalized Structured Mentorship Program – Plus Ongoing SupportWellness days, sick days, and vacation timeE-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focusVirtual health care (tele-medicine) offering quick access to quality careProfessional liability insurance coverageOpportunities to give back in your community through VCA initiatives#critcalcarevet#vetjobscalgary#boardcertifiedveterinarian