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King Animal Hospital – King City, Ontario, Canada
King Animal Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Small Animal Surgeon (ACVS or ECVS) to join our multi-disciplinary referral and emergency team.
You will play a key role in developing and expanding our Small Animal Surgery service, working closely with a team of specialists and experienced RVTs. Your expertise will directly impact the lives of our patients while contributing to a supportive, learning-focused culture.
About King Animal Hospital
King Animal Hospital is a privately owned, 60,000 sq ft Equine and Small Animal Multi-Specialty Referral & Emergency Services Hospital located in King City, Ontario, Canada.
Our hospital has been meticulously designed to promote employee wellness and uphold the highest standards of medicine and patient care. Our facilities include:
- Eight operating rooms
- Twelve exam rooms
- Two x-ray rooms
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- On-site in-house lab and pharmacy
- Rehabilitation Centre
- Pain Clinic
- Large Learning Centre for teaching, and professional development
- Corporate gym and wellness spaces
We are actively expanding through additional phases to broaden and deepen our services.
Join Our Multi-Disciplinary Team
You will join a dynamic and collaborative team of three surgeons and approximately 250 staff members, dedicated to the following specialties.
- Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery
- Small Animal Soft Tissue Surgery
- Cardiology
- Oncology
- Equine Surgery
- Internal Medicine
- Critical Care
- Neurology/Neurosurgery
- Anesthesia
- Dermatology
- Ophthalmology
- Emergency Services
- Rehabilitation
You will be supported by a strong team of Registered Veterinary Technicians, Animal Care Attendants, and an in-house Social Worker who provides education and support to prevent compassion fatigue and burnout.
We value collegiality, collaboration, and a positive, solutions-focused mindset.
Advanced Diagnostics, Equipment & Surgical Environment
At King Animal Hospital, you will have access to a comprehensive suite of surgical and diagnostic tools, including:
- 3T MRI (GE) for small animals
- 1.5T MRI (Siemens) for equine patients
- CT-Scan with robotic arm for equine (Universal Medical System)
- GE 128-slice CT for small animals
- C-arm and fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound (Logic Q) and digital radiography
- Video endoscopes and rigid scopes
- Laparoscopy/arthroscopy towers (Storz/Arthrex)
- Arthrex and Synthes TPLO and plate fixation systems
- Biomedtrix I-loc fracture fixation and total hip replacement systems
- I-Stat and Radiometer analyzers
- High-flow oxygen and mechanical ventilation
- Advanced coagulation monitoring (e.g., VCM for viscoelastic coagulation)
Our well-equipped Rehabilitation Centre supports small animal patients and includes:
- Three canine hydrotherapy treadmills
- Canine treadmill and rehabilitation pool
- Companion Class IV laser
- Hyperbaric chamber (Sechrist Veterinary)
You will also have input on additional equipment and tools required to support your surgical practice.
Location: King City, Ontario
King Animal Hospital is located in beautiful King City, Ontario, just north of Toronto. King City offers:
- Scenic landscapes with rolling hills, greenery, and countryside
- A peaceful, family-friendly environment with excellent schools
- Proximity to Toronto’s arts, sports, entertainment, and dining
This role offers the rare combination of a high-calibre surgical caseload and a high quality of life.
What We Offer
At King Animal Hospital, we prioritize compassionate, quality medicine over production targets. Our compensation and benefits include:
- Competitive guaranteed salary (no production)
- Signing and retention bonus opportunities
- Relocation support and relocation bonus
- Access to a realtor to support your move.
- Paid legal fees for immigration and work permit processes.
- LMIA and work permit support, with guidance for Permanent Residency if desired
- Flexible, compressed work weeks
- Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick days
- Ten paid statutory holidays per year
- Annual CE budget and paid CE days
- 100% employer-paid benefits including extended health, dental, vision, mental health, and paramedical services.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Employer-paid malpractice insurance and specialty dues
- Access to VIN, Plum, medical libraries, and journals
- Discounts on pet products and services
- Paid uniforms
- A collaborative culture
- Access to a dedicated in-house Social Worker to support wellbeing and resilience.
About You
Our ideal candidate:
- Is Board-Certified in Small Animal Surgery (ACVS or ECVS) or residency-trained and eligible for board certification.
- Is licensed or eligible for licensure with the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO)
- Brings strong communication skills and a client-focused approach.
- Enjoys working collaboratively in a multi-specialty environment.
- Has an interest in mentoring interns, technicians, and (if applicable in future) residents?
- Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and compassion for patients, clients, and colleagues.
We value your soft skills as highly as your technical expertise; we are committed to building a positive, collaborative surgical team.
How to Apply
If interested, please send your inquiries and/or CV to:
Tammy Brumwell, Head of Human Resources
tbrumwell@kinganimalhospital.com
+1-365-340-5518
If you have questions about the role, schedule, or relocation, you’re welcome to reach out by email or phone.
King Animal Hospital’s values centre on compassion, knowledge exchange, innovation, and a diverse, respectful workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will provide accommodation during the recruitment process upon request.
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About King Animal Hospital
Leading With Care.
King Animal Hospital is a newly constructed 60,000 sq ft. Equine and Small Animal Referral and Emergency Hospital.
The Hospital is situated in a serene location on 50 acres of land in King City, ON and will house all veterinary specialty areas under one roof including: surgery, neurology, oncology, diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, anesthesiology, cardiology, internal medicine, dermatology, and rehabilitation.
With a strong multidisciplinary team, and leading diagnostics, tools, and practices our team will ensure that each animal receives compassionate and informed care.
You will know more, do more and save more lives through collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and leading diagnostics including:
1.5 MRI (Siemens) for equine and 3.0 T MRI (GE) for small animal, CT scan for equine and small animal, CT scan with robotic arm, c-arm in orthopedics OR, x-ray, and ultrasound.
The hospital has 8 Operating Rooms, 12 exam rooms, 2 staff kitchens, education center with state-of-the-art AV equipment, employee gym, 6000 sq ft indoor equine arena, in-house lab and pharmacy.
Our rehabilitation includes pool and water treadmills for small animal, water treadmill for equine, rehabilitation room equipped with hyperbaric chamber, and laser therapy.
The Hospital was founded on the belief that every animal is a living being that deserves to be treated with kindness and respect. The hospital aims to revolutionize animal care by ensuring that every animal has access to the most compassionate and committed care possible.