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The Associate Veterinarian will be responsible for delivering world-class veterinary care, focusing on the well-being of animals and supporting their owners within a close-knit community practice setting. This role requires active participation in a supportive and collaborative team environment while meeting client and patient needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess provincial DVM licensing and demonstrate a strong work ethic committed to high-quality patient care, including required surgical experience. Availability to participate in a Saturday rotation is also necessary for this role.
CollaborationTeamworkWork EthicClient Needs AssessmentSurgery ExperiencePatient Needs AssessmentVeterinarian LicensingHigh-quality Patient Care
Job description
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.
Briarwood Animal Hospital isn’t just a clinic, it’s a family!
For decades, we’ve been a trusted part of our close‑knit community, known for the way we care not just for pets, but for the people who love them.
Our team is supportive, collaborative, and genuinely invested in each other’s success.
When you walk through our doors, you’ll feel it immediately: the warmth, the laughter, the teamwork, and the pride we take in doing great work together.
We’re growing and we’re looking for an experienced Veterinarian with surgical experience to join our team.
Why Briarwood?
A true community practice where clients know us by name and trust us like family.
A dedicated, experienced team that supports each other inside and outside the clinic.
A culture built on kindness, respect, and doing the right thing - for pets, clients, and our colleagues.
A place where your voice matters - your ideas, your passions, your goals.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and bonus potential (salary range: $130,000-$160,000 based on experience) Signing bonus 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 Availability to do Saturdays rotation Willing to go above and beyond to meet the needs of both clients and patients 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.
