Veterinarian, DVM

Veterinarian, DVM

Location: Bedford, NS

Schedules: Flexible; Full-time, or Part-time

Bedford Park Animal Hospital  is currently welcoming aVeterinarianto join our team Full-time or part-time flexibility in our schedules; mentorship; support from three other area hospitals too

As a successful candidate, you understand the importance of building relationships with our pet parents and our support team, to provide the best care possible. Weare dedicated to your continuous learning and offers extensive in-house resources.Our hospitals foster friendly, collaborative environments, where professional growth and a balanced lifestyle are genuinely encouraged.

A valid veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada; registered with the NSVMA

Experience in; soft tissue surgical procedures, preventative care, and offering nutritional advice.

Dedicated to promoting team-based medicine practices

Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues, pet parents, and community

A passion for coaching and mentoring students along their DVM journey

An interest in attending conferences and networking with colleagues

A love for all companion animals

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families 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: Bedford Parks Animal Hospital, with a bright, large, beautiful new space to work in, is an easy commute from anywhere within Halifax Regional Municipality. We have been proudly an active member of our community in the Halifax Region since 2021 and strive 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; therefore no on-call, no overnights, no Sundays, and no holiday schedules Nurturing a culture of collaboration and wellness is essential to our team.