Veterinarian

Job summary

The veterinarian will provide comprehensive patient care, including wellness exams, dentistry, soft tissue surgeries, and emergency stabilization. They will operate as the sole doctor in the clinic, managing their own caseload and contributing to treatment planning and client education.

Job details

We are seeking an experienced and fully licensed Veterinarian for one of our veterinary clients based in Kelowna, British Columbia. This opportunity is with a well-established, multi-service animal clinic that operates within a fully equipped facility. The clinic is known locally for its supportive, collaborative, and welcoming environment, with a strong team of experienced veterinary technicians and support staff. The Kelowna location operates as a primarily solo-doctor practice, making this role best suited for an experienced veterinarian who is confident working independently. You will be joining a practice that values autonomy, clinical judgment, and high-quality patient care while still offering strong operational and staffing support. If you are a DVM who enjoys a broad scope of practice, takes pride in delivering excellent patient care, and is comfortable managing cases independently, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing clinic. This is a permanent, on-site opportunity available immediately. Responsibilities Play a key role in delivering excellent patient care while contributing positively to the team environment. Provide wellness exams, client education, dentistry, rehabilitation, in-house grooming, and a variety of surgical procedures. Perform in-house diagnostics and support emergency cases. Work as the sole veterinarian in the clinic, managing your own caseload independently. Perform soft tissue surgery including routine procedures such as spays, neuters, and mass removals. Conduct dental procedures, including scaling, polishing, and extractions. Manage and stabilize urgent and emergency cases as they arise. Contribute to treatment planning, medical decision-making, and continuity of care. Offer rehabilitation services and support general patient recovery plans. Requirements 3–7 years of clinical Doctor of Veterinary Medicine experience (strong candidates with 2+ years of experience may be considered). Posses a Certificate of Qualification issued by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association National Exam Board (NEB). Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, a license with the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia (CVBC). Strong clinical foundation with proficiency in surgery and dentistry. Comfortable working independently as the sole veterinarian in a clinic setting. Confident performing routine soft tissue surgeries (spays, neuters, mass removals, etc.). Competent in dental procedures, including extractions. Strong medical judgment, case management skills, and decision-making ability. Ability to manage appointments, surgeries, and medical cases without on-site mentorship. Excellent communication skills with a strong focus on client education and patient care. French/English bilingualism is considered an asset. What We Offer Why apply through Brunel? Finding the next step in your career can be a full-time job. We manage the process for you: from submitting your resume to coordinating interviews to extending offers and assisting with onboarding. We’ll get you going while you get on with the job. About Us Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That’s what we continually strive for. Over 45 years, we’ve created a global network of interesting clients and talented individuals working together through a vast array of services.

What you’ll do

The veterinarian will provide comprehensive patient care, including wellness exams, dentistry, soft tissue surgeries, and emergency stabilization. They will operate as the sole doctor in the clinic, managing their own caseload and contributing to treatment planning and client education.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and a Certificate of Qualification from the CVBC or be eligible for licensure in British Columbia. The role requires 3–7 years of clinical experience and the ability to work independently without on-site mentorship.

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• case management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Veterinary medicine
• Surgery
• Dentistry
• Soft tissue surgery
• Patient care
• Case management
• Diagnostics
• Emergency medicine
• Client education
• Rehabilitation
• Medical decision-making
• Independent practice

Job areas

• Healthcare