Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

2 weeks ago

Victoria, Canada West Coast Animal Veterinary Emergency Specialty Hospital (WAVES) Full time

You were made to save animals, we take care of the rest. Founded in 2006, VetStrategy is Canada’s largest operator of veterinary hospitals and clinics. The company operates over 340 hospitals and clinics across Canada and employs over 5,500, dedicated veterinary professionals. VetStrategy has undergone a tremendous amount of growth and continues to grow at a rapid pace. Our business model is simple; we work with our veterinary partners to acquire ownership in veterinary hospitals, and then help in the management of these practices. This allows the medical team to focus on practicing first-rate medicine, and allows the clinic’s staff, clients, and patients to benefit from experienced business operators and managers.

Westcoast Animal Veterinary Emergency Specialty Hospital (WAVES) has an exciting opportunity for a skilled Board-Certified or residency-trained **Small Animal Surgeon** to join our growing team. WAVES is an emergency and multi-specialty hospital in Victoria, BC that opened in April 2019. We are in the heart of the West Shore, about 20 minutes from downtown Victoria. WAVES offers 24/7 care alongside boarded specialists in critical care, surgery, neurology, internal medicine with a focus on interventional radiology and access to a cardiologist. The beautiful 9,700 sq. ft hospital features an in-house lab, dedicated ICU, digital radiology, ultrasound, MRI, in-house CT, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, and 3 fully equipped surgical suites. We are equipped to handle high acuity cases from all over Vancouver Island.

**Why Join Us**

**WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED**
- Board-certified (or eligible)
- Previous experience handling mixed surgical caseload (orthopedic, soft tissue, emergency)
- A collaborative approach to patient care
- Dedicated to promoting team-based medicine practices
- A passion for coaching, mentoring, and supporting staff and colleagues
- Enthusiasm, energy and a positive attitude are a must
- A strong desire to educate and build solid relationships with clients
- Excellent communication skills

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Generous CE allowance - we know you love to learn
- Relocation assistance; Immigration support if applicable
- Licensing and membership dues.
- Opportunities to teach and provide CE to our network
- Support for continuing research
- Outstanding pet medical & supply discounts
- RRSP Match Program
- Career and leadership opportunities

**WELLNESS**
- Schedules that support a healthy work-life balance
- Paid wellness days
- Paid sick days
- Excellent vacation allowance
- Employee assistance program
- E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
- Virtual health care (tele-medicine) offering quick access to quality care
- Professional liability insurance coverage
- Opportunities to give back in your community through VetStrategy initiatives

**About Us**

Westcoast Animal Veterinary Emergency Specialty Hospital (WAVES) is part of the VetStrategy group of clinics. VetStrategy is a 100% Canadian operated group of veterinary clinics with locations throughout Canada. We believe that veterinary clinics are an integral part of the community they serve and as such we put a large focus on community-based activities and initiatives. Every clinic we partner with is unique and serves a very diverse client base.

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