Associate Veterinarian

Douglas Animal Hospital

Job Description

Are you an enthusiastic veterinarian looking to join a dynamic team? Douglas Animal Hospital in Fredericton, New Brunswick, is seeking a dedicated veterinarian to join our clinic. Located in the heart of Fredericton, our clinic offers a positive and fun work environment where you can grow and thrive in your career. The ideal candidate will be passionate about animal care, have excellent communication skills, and be a team player with a good sense of humor.


At Douglas Animal Hospital, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care to our patients. Our clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to excellence in veterinary medicine. As a veterinarian at Douglas Animal Hospital, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of cases and make a real difference in the lives of our clients and their pets.


We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, industry leading benefits (Health/Dental), retention bonus, paid vacation, CE funding, and more!


To learn more about our practice, visit https://dah.ca/. For more information about this exciting opportunity, contact Jen by text, call or email at (902) 388-1497 or jennifer.maceachern@nva.com.


Fredericton is a vibrant city with a lot to offer. From its stunning natural beauty to its rich cultural scene, Fredericton has something for everyone. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and biking or prefer exploring the local art galleries and restaurants, Fredericton has it all.


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 Qualification:

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