Veterinarian, Medical Director, Credit Valley Animal Hospital

Job summary

Lead the veterinary medical team, maintain high standards of clinical quality, develop and oversee medical protocols, and ensure regulatory compliance. Mentor and train veterinarians, collaborate with leadership on operational and business improvements, support complex clinical decisions, and maintain an active patient caseload.

Job details

Veterinarian, MD Location: Mississauga, ON Hospital Name: Credit Valley Animal Hospital Employment Type: Full-time Role Type: Dual role of MD/DVM Compensation: $130,000 to $150,000 per year, depending on experience and skills Are you a compassionate, experienced veterinarian ready to step into a leadership role while continuing to practice high-quality medicine? We are currently welcoming a Veterinary Medical Director to join and lead our medical team at Credit Valley Animal Hospital in Mississauga, Ontario. The Veterinary Medical Director is a key leadership position responsible for maintaining the highest standards of medical quality and overseeing the performance of the veterinary team. This role ensures excellence in patient care, oversees clinical protocols, and serves as a vital liaison between veterinary staff and administrative leadership. Of special note, Credit Valley Animal Hospital will lead the implementation of the Global Veterinary Bridge (“The Bridge”) program within Ontario. This program is designed to prepare internationally trained veterinarians from non-AVMA-accredited institutions for the Clinical Proficiency Exam (CPE), prior to placement in their permanent home hospital. A core focus of the position is the training and mentorship of veterinary professionals, including new graduates and internationally trained veterinarians. The Medical Director ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements and works to align clinical practices with the broader strategic and business objectives of the organization. In addition to leadership responsibilities, the Veterinary Medical Director also practices as a veterinarian, providing direct patient care, performing medical and surgical procedures, and contributing to the overall caseload of the hospital or clinic. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage our team of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine team to ensure the highest standards of care. Minimum 5 years of post-graduate in clinic experience with demonstrated leadership of team members. Develop, implement, and maintain medical protocols and quality assurance initiatives. Provide mentorship and training to veterinarians, with a focus on new graduates and internationally trained professionals, in alignment with our established in-house training program. Ensure full compliance with veterinary regulations and standards Collaborate with regional leader, practice leadership on business strategies and operational improvements. Serve as a resource for complex cases and support clinical decision-making. Maintain an active caseload as a practicing veterinarian. Qualifications Active veterinary license in Ontario or eligible to apply. Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience. Prior leadership, mentorship, or training experience strongly preferred. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. .Passion for mentorship, clinical excellence, and team development Exceptional coaching, training and mentoring capabilities for individuals and team-based practices. What We Can Offer You Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role. RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future. Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days. Annual CE Allowance. Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options. Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance. Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness. Various career development pathways. Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app. Medical Library Access: 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips! 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. #CVMA #OVMAJobs #VeterinarianLeadership #Veterinarian 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

Lead the veterinary medical team, maintain high standards of clinical quality, develop and oversee medical protocols, and ensure regulatory compliance. Mentor and train veterinarians, collaborate with leadership on operational and business improvements, support complex clinical decisions, and maintain an active patient caseload.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least five years of clinical experience and an active Ontario veterinary license or eligibility to apply. Leadership, mentorship, or training experience is strongly preferred, along with strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and coaching abilities.

Benefits

• Employer RRSP Match
• Paid Continuing Education Time
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• Personal Wellness Days
• Annual Continuing Education Allowance
• Paid Certification Memberships
• Uniform Allowance
• Virtual Health Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Digital Wellness Tools
• Career Development Pathways
• Personal Pet Care Discounts
• Shopping Discounts
• Wellness App Access
• Medical Library Access

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Veterinary Medicine
• Medical Leadership
• Team Management
• Clinical Protocol Development
• Quality Assurance
• Veterinary Mentorship
• Training and Coaching
• Regulatory Compliance
• Patient Care
• Medical and Surgical Procedures
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Complex Case Management
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Problem-Solving
• Operational Improvement

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Education

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