Associate Veterinarian

Get ready to unleash your potential and dig your paws in with Heubner-Ridder Veterinary Hospital, where we are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team. Our clinic is progressive and fosters a collaborative family culture. We are pleased to promote a healthy life/work balance with a flexible schedule that includes no on-call requirements.

At Heubner-Ridder, we believe in practicing the highest standard of medicine while serving a loyal clientele. Our facility is modern and well equipped with digital standard & dental radiology, a full in-house laboratory, ultrasound, surgical laser, flexible and rigid endoscopy, surgical suite, dental suite, and rehabilitation equipment. Our services include preventative care, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, dentistry, acupuncture, and rehabilitation therapy. **Are you a graduating student or an early career DVM? **Our multi-vet team consists of highly engaged, experienced DVMs and support staff who are passionate about providing quality **mentorship **support.

In addition to providing a welcoming, fun environment with a strong life/work balance, we are offering a competitive compensation package with industry leading benefits (Health/Dental), Signing Bonus/Retention Bonus, paid vacation, CE and more

About the area: Goderich, ON, known as Canada's prettiest town, is situated on the shores of Lake Huron, offering stunning sunsets and a laid-back lifestyle. It boasts a vibrant community with numerous outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and water sports. The town has a charming downtown core filled with local shops and restaurants, and its friendly residents make it a welcoming place to call home.

**Responsibilities**:

- Build rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to and empathizing with their concerns.
- Perform 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.
- Presents a positive image of the hospital to the professional community and to the 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 Ontario.
- Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.