Lead Veterinarian - Wilson's Animal Hospital

Job summary

The Lead Veterinarian will provide strong medical guidance within the clinic, supporting and mentoring the team of DVMs, RVTs, and support staff. This role involves leading confidently through organizational changes while maintaining high standards for patient care and client communication.

Job details

Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners. We bring this to life through three promises: Our People Promise – To be a great place to work. Our Customer Promise – To deliver world-class veterinary care, locally. Our Sustainability Promise – To be a force for good. Guided by our values—We Care, We Dare, We Share—we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together. Wilson’s Animal Hospital, a long‑standing and trusted pillar of the St. Catharines community since 1949, is seeking an experienced and confident Lead Veterinarian to help guide our medical team through an exciting period of growth. Our hospital has been serving pets and their families in the heart of the Niagara Region for over 70 years, offering comprehensive veterinary services rooted in compassion, collaboration, and medical excellence. About the Opportunity We are looking for an inspiring medical leader who can: Provide a strong and consistent medical voice within the clinic. Support and mentor a dedicated team of DVMs, RVTs, and support staff. Lead with confidence through upcoming organizational changes. Maintain high standards of patient care, client communication, and team development. Foster a collaborative, positive culture that reflects our long-standing reputation for compassionate care. This is a key medical leadership role - ideal for a veterinarian with depth of experience who thrives on guiding others, improving clinical standards, and helping a hospital continue to evolve. What We Offer Competitive compensation and bonus potential (salary range: $130,000-$150,000 based on experience) Care Fund: annual discretionary fund for each DVM to support patients in need Generous CE allowance, VIN membership, and paid licensing dues RRSP matching and comprehensive health & mental wellness benefits Flexible scheduling that supports real work–life balance Paid vacation and generous personal pet care benefits Access to a national network of 1,500+ veterinarians for collaboration, mentorship, and support What You Bring Provincial DVM licensing Strong work ethic and commitment to providing high-quality patient care Surgery experience Willing to go above and beyond to meet the needs of both clients and patients Why Wilson’s Animal Hospital? A Hospital with Deep Community Roots Conveniently located on Hartzel Road in St. Catharines, Wilson’s Animal Hospital is minutes from Niagara Falls, Thorold, Welland, and Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake. Our brand‑new facility blends modern veterinary technology with the warm, community‑focused feel that has defined us for decades. We are proud to be regarded as one of the region’s top veterinary clinics, consistently earning high praise from families who trust us with their pets’ care. #LI-IK1 Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team! VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to careers@vetstrategy.com.

What you’ll do

The Lead Veterinarian will provide strong medical guidance within the clinic, supporting and mentoring the team of DVMs, RVTs, and support staff. This role involves leading confidently through organizational changes while maintaining high standards for patient care and client communication.

Requirements

Candidates must possess provincial DVM licensing and demonstrate a strong work ethic committed to high-quality patient care. Essential qualifications include surgery experience and a willingness to exceed expectations for clients and patients.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Potential
• Care Fund
• Generous CE Allowance
• VIN Membership
• Paid Licensing Dues
• RRSP Matching
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Mental Wellness Benefits
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Vacation
• Generous Personal Pet Care Benefits

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred
• approachable · Preferred
• collaborative · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Consistent · Preferred
• Customer · Preferred
• Dedicated · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Medical Leadership
• Mentoring
• Team Support
• Patient Care Standards
• Client Communication
• Team Development
• Clinical Standards Improvement
• Surgery Experience
• Veterinary Medicine
• DVM Licensing

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research

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