Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is welcoming a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. This position provides an opportunity to work with top board-certified specialists and the ability to partake in cutting-edge veterinary medicine. Our goal is to provide a long-term career as an emergency veterinarian, with a sustainable shift-rotation schedule and a stimulating yet manageable caseload.
Western strives to provide our team with a respectful, educational, productive, fun and collaborative work environment where the primary goal is to provide world-class veterinary services and patient care. We offer a dynamic team environment, encompassing specialty and emergency services. Candidates should have previous emergency experience, and completion of an internship program is an asset. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service and communication skills. Our 24-hour emergency department is led by our team of three Criticalists and a Critical Care Resident. Come be a part of Calgary’s team of veterinary specialty professionals.
A valid DVM from an accredited university
Genuine passion for emergency medicine and special interest in Trauma/Critical Care
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
Schedule: The emergency team works a rotational schedule, including overnights and weekends. This allows for even distribution of the workload and an overall improved hospital experience. Our specialists also participate in providing after-hours support to our emergency team.
What We Can Offer You
RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program!
VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more!
VCA Academy Mentorship Program, a six-month tailored mentorship program with ongoing support
Medical Library Access; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn!
Career and leadership opportunities
Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
Referral bonus rewards
Paid wellness days, paid sick days, paid vacation time
Employee assistance programs
E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
Virtual health care offering quick access to quality care
Professional liability insurance coverage
Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives
Apply now to have a conversation and explore how you can grow with us!
Our Story
VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.
In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.
About us: Founded in 2001, WVSEC is dedicated to serving the needs of veterinarians and pet owners, offering state-of-the-art specialty and emergency veterinary services at one of the largest, most comprehensive facilities of its kind in Canada. Our team includes specialists in Cardiology, Critical Care, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Radiology, Surgery, and Internal Medicine, along with 24-hour emergency care. Our hospital culture fosters teamwork and camaraderie that naturally leads to delivering exceptional care to our patients, and service to our clients, referring veterinarians and our community. The hospital is well equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, linear accelerator, mechanical ventilator, and a complete on-site diagnostic laboratory.
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