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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
Job summary
Provide veterinary services at Summerside Veterinary Hospital during a 13-month maternity leave coverage contract. Work four appointment days and one dedicated surgery day each week.
Job details
Veterinarian – Maternity Leave Coverage Summerside Veterinary Hospital | Summerside, Prince Edward Island 13-Month Contract | March 8, 2027 – April 8, 2028 Looking for an opportunity to practice veterinary medicine on beautiful Prince Edward Island? Summerside Veterinary Hospital is seeking a DVM to join their team for a 13-month maternity leave coverage position! Whether you're looking for a change of scenery, an opportunity to explore life on Canada's East Coast, or a supportive clinic to call home for the next year, we'd love to hear from you! What We're Offering Compensation: $55/hour Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full health benefits provided Paid Time Off: 12 days of vacation Contract Duration: March 8, 2027 – April 8, 2028 Schedule: Five days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday) Clinical Schedule: Four appointment days and one dedicated surgery day per week Why Prince Edward Island? Imagine spending your time off exploring beautiful beaches, coastal trails, charming communities, and everything island life has to offer! Summerside offers the charm of a close-knit community, beautiful surroundings, and the opportunity to experience life on Canada's East Coast. Interested? Let's Chat! If you're a veterinarian looking for a rewarding opportunity on PEI, we'd love to connect! Jen MacEachern DVM Recruiter | NVA Canada jennifer.maceachern@nva.com Come experience veterinary medicine and island life with Summerside Veterinary Hospital!
What you’ll do
Provide veterinary services at Summerside Veterinary Hospital during a 13-month maternity leave coverage contract. Work four appointment days and one dedicated surgery day each week.
Requirements
The posting seeks a veterinarian (DVM) for a temporary maternity leave coverage position. No specific experience duration, education credentials, or other qualifications are stated.
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Paid Vacation
Listed skills
- Dedicated · Preferred
- Organization · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- Health · Preferred
- Time · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Care
- Surgery
- Appointment-Based Care
Job areas
- Healthcare
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