Associate Veterinarian

Join us at Riverview Animal Health Centre, New Brunswick’s premier 24-hour emergency and referral center care facility. Accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) for over 45+ years, we are recognized among the finest in the industry and are consistently at the forefront of advanced veterinary medicine. 

With the reintroduction of General Practice in the summer of 2023, our hospital is meeting the demand for comprehensive veterinary care. We are now seeking a passionate and skilled Associate DVM to join our General Practice/Wellness team. You’ll have the opportunity to provide exceptional care to our valued clients and their pets while having the added benefit of referral and emergency services across the hall!

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive compensation plus bonus potential and RRSP matching
• Paid vacation/sick leave, Continuing Education (CE) allowance, retention bonus, VIN membership, annual licenses paid
• Dental Benefits, Disability Insurance, Vision care, Extended Medical insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Outstanding medical and pet supply discounts
• Access to network of over 1000 veterinarians

• Association dues, VIN membership, and Professional liability coverage
• Production bonus

Companion animals are beloved members of every client family and we are here to treat them like members of ours! Join us as we strive to deliver best practice veterinary services to our community. You will experience genuine fulfillment and remarkable support from our talented and highly collaborative team of fun animal health professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine therapeutic procedures
• Perform Veterinary surgery and post-operative observation
• Responsible for patient records management and accurate client billing
• Participate in continuing education matters
• Examine animals and diagnose problems or diseases through physical examinations or laboratory tests
• Diagnosing and prescribing medication to sick or injured animals
• Consult with pet owners about preventive healthcare; and carry out medical and surgical procedures, such as vaccinations, dental work, and fractures.
• Perform routine surgeries and handling emergency cases
• Consulting clients on hygiene and general care of their pets. Exemplary skills to work with colleagues, clinic staff, pet parents and community
• Provide a range of veterinary services including obstetrics, and euthanasia
• Offer general wellness and vaccinations, nutrition and weight management programs.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• 4-5 year university degree in veterinary medicine (as well as any required pre-veterinary studies for the university program)
• Completion of national certification examinations or equivalent are required.
• Provincial Licensing in New Brunswick is required or ability to obtain
• Passion for what you do every day! Enthusiasm, energy and a positive attitude are a must
• A strong desire to educate and build solid relationships with clients
• Solid communication skills, both when dealing with clients and interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work overnights, evenings and weekends