Managing Veterinarian

Central Valley Veterinary Hospital

Job Description

Embark on a Leadership Journey at Central Valley Veterinary Hospital!


Central Valley Veterinary Hospital, located in Kelowna, invites a visionary leader to join us as a Managing Veterinarian. As the Managing Veterinarian, you won't just oversee a team; you'll guide it to greatness, setting new standards for patient care and clinic excellence.


We strive to provide the best possible care for our team, as much as we strive to provide the best possible care for our clients and their furry family members! We are pleased to offer a competitive compensation package with a salary of $120,000-$130,000 with great earning potential based on pay structure and commensurate on experience, leadership bonus, health and dental benefits, RRSP matching, relocation assistance, signing/retention bonus, CE and more!


Your role as the Managing Veterinarian is multifaceted and crucial to our success. You'll be responsible for medical leadership, overseeing associate veterinarians, and ensuring compliance with veterinary regulations. But that's not all—you'll also create an atmosphere of teamwork, embodying servant leadership qualities to drive our clinic’s success.


If you're ready to take on this exciting leadership role, we want to hear from you! Join us on this rewarding leadership journey by connecting with Susan via email, text, or call at (403) 542-3862 / Susan.Heppner@nva.com.


About the area: Situated at the core of the Okanagan Valley, Kelowna presents a harmonious mix of breathtaking natural landscapes, dynamic cultural experiences, and a plethora of recreational pursuits. Whether your preference is wine tasting, hiking through scenic trails, or engaging in water sports, Kelowna assures residents an enriching and satisfying lifestyle, all against the backdrop of majestic mountains and pristine lakes.


Join Us, Grow Together.


Job Responsibilities

  • Build rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to and empathizing with their concerns.
  • Perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort. 
  • Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs.
  • Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols.
  • Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine.
  • Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the public.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university. 
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in British Columbia.
  • Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.
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