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Signing Bonus! West Coast Animal Veterinary Emergency Specialty Hospital (WAVES) is a brand new emergency and multi-specialty hospital in Victoria BC open since April 2019. We are currently recruiting Small Animal ER Veterinarians. WAVES is located in the heart of the West Shore, approximately 20 minutes from downtown Victoria. If you love the outdoors, and are looking for year-round recreation opportunities with a flexible schedule, then this is the place for you!

WAVES offers 24/7 care alongside boarded specialists in critical care, surgery, internal medicine, neurology, interventional radiology/endoscopy and offers certified rehabilitation services. The beautiful new 9,700 sq foot hospital features an in-house lab, dedicated ICU, digital radiology, ultrasound, MRI, in-house CT, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, underwater treadmill, and 3 fully equipped surgical suites. We are equipped to handle high acuity cases from all over Vancouver Island.

Previous ER experience, especially internship training, is an asset but mentorship will be provided regardless of prior experience for the right candidate. Shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays will be required in order to offer 24/7 emergency coverage. Overall, the position offers flexibility in scheduling and allows for ample time to spend with family or pursue hobbies.  

As part of our network, you will receive competitive compensation, bonus potential, generous CE allowance, VIN membership, licensing dues paid, paid vacation, generous personal pet policy, great health benefits and access to our network of over 1000 DVMs!   

• Provincial DVM licensing, or eligibility to be licensed

• Passion for what you do every day

• Enthusiasm, energy and a positive attitude are a must

• A strong desire to educate and build solid relationships with clients

• Excellent communication skills, both when dealing with clients and team members