Veterinarian, VCA Canada Blue Cross Animal Hospital

Job summary

The veterinarian will examine, diagnose, and treat patients while collaborating with pet owners and the support team. They are responsible for performing medical procedures, including surgeries and immunizations, to ensure high-quality patient care.

Job details

Veterinarian, DVM Location: Sarnia, ON Employment Type: Full-time (3 to 4 day work week, and no weekends) Job Status: Existing Compensation: $100,000 to $150,000 per year, depending on experience Signing Bonus: Available! Would you like to practice high-quality medicine just 3–4 days per week, with free weekends? We are welcoming an experienced or new graduate Veterinarian to join our fun team at Blue Cross Animal Hospital in Sarnia, ON! Located in Southwestern Ontario on the beautiful shores of Lake Huron, our hospital has proudly served local pets for over 50 years, expanding to include outpatient clinics in Petrolia and Corunna. When you join us, you’ll step into a warm, supportive "working family" atmosphere of long-serving staff dedicated to providing quality medical care to cats and dogs in a friendly, collaborative environment. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance in a lakeside community you'll love to call home! What You Bring to This Role A valid DVM degree from an accredited university and a license (or immediate eligibility for licensing) with the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO). A Passion for Pets. A genuine enthusiasm for veterinary medicine and a deep commitment to the health and well-being of our dogs and cats. A strong dedication to promoting team-based medical practices, partnering closely with our talented RVTs and support staff. Engaging interpersonal and communication skills that build trust with our pet parents, your colleagues, and the local Sarnia community. A natural passion for coaching and mentoring, helping to elevate your team members and share your knowledge. What We Can Offer You RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program to help you save for the future. Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees. VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more! Professional liability insurance coverage. Referral bonus rewards. Paid vacation, sick days, and dedicated personal wellness days. Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care. Digital wellness tools to assist with mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness. 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! Generous continuing education (CE) allowances Exceptional career development pathways and leadership opportunities. E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus Virtual health care offering quick access to quality care Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives. Discover additional benefits: vcacareers.com/ca/en/benefits 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. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canada. If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

What you’ll do

The veterinarian will examine, diagnose, and treat patients while collaborating with pet owners and the support team. They are responsible for performing medical procedures, including surgeries and immunizations, to ensure high-quality patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid DVM from an accredited university and possess a genuine passion for veterinary medicine. Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to team-based medical practices are essential for this role.

Benefits

• RRSP employer group match program
• Student loan program
• Mentorship program
• Medical library access
• Continuing education benefits
• Paid wellness days
• Paid sick days
• Paid vacation time
• Employee assistance programs
• Virtual health care
• Professional liability insurance

Listed skills

• Coaching · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Clinical care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Veterinary medicine
• Surgery
• Physical examinations
• Immunization
• Diagnostic imaging
• Dental radiography
• Chiropractic therapy
• Laser therapy
• Preventive medicine
• Team-based medicine
• Mentoring
• Coaching
• Interpersonal skills
• Patient care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

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