Veterinarian, DVM $10,000 signing bonus and $5000 moving allowance! Connect with us for more information! Location: Ladysmith, BC Employment Type: Full-time License requirement: Full License Compensation: $100,000 to $150,000 base salary with an option for additional earning potential through a production-based compensation model. Ladysmith Animal Hospital is currently welcoming a Veterinarian to join our team of highly engaged and professional veterinary professionals. In this role, you will assess patients to diagnose and address their health needs, collaborating closely with pet owners and support teams to ensure the highest standard of care. You are proficient in operating medical equipment and performing a range of procedures, including physical examinations, immunizations, and surgery. Above all, you take pride in delivering expert, compassionate patient care Key Responsibilities Provide clear guidance and education to pet owners on nutrition, preventative care, and medical treatments Perform routine spay and neuter surgeries Perform soft tissue surgical procedures; wound management, skin tumours, subcutaneous masses, soft tissue sarcomas, cystotomy and hernia repairs. Perform dental scaling and cleaning Perform dental extractions for fractures, loose or damaged teeth Plan and prescribe pre and post-operative care for patients' surgical procedures Maintain accurate and thorough medical records Work effectively within a team-based veterinary medicine environment, recognizing the importance of every role in delivering exceptional client and patient care Provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to DVM students (externships and summer roles) and Veterinary Technicians, supporting them throughout their veterinary education journey Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine License from an accredited program to practice in Ontario Confident in your ability to diagnose, treat, and perform routine procedures while continuing to grow your skills Demonstrated flexibility to accept walk-in patients when required Able to confidently perform routine spay and neuter surgeries Capable in soft tissue surgery and veterinary dentistry Strong communication skills and the ability to educate and support pet owners with care, empathy, and compassion Excited to work in a team-based practice, understanding that every role contributes to excellent patient care Committed to maintaining accurate and thorough medical records What We Can Offer You RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program! VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more! 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! Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn! Career and leadership opportunities Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees Referral bonus rewards Paid wellness days, paid sick days, paid vacation time Employee assistance programs E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus Virtual health care offering quick access to quality care Professional liability insurance coverage Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives Apply now to have a conversation and explore how you can grow with us! 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. #BCVMA #DVMJobs #VancouverIsland #Veterinarian If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

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