Dermatologist, Alta Vista Animal Hospital

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Location:

Ottawa, ON.

We are looking for a full‑time permanent Board‑eligible or Board‑certified Veterinary Dermatologist to join our specialty team at Alta Vista Animal Hospital. The facility offers a 24‑hour permanent emergency service, general practice, and a multidisciplinary team of six specialists.

• A valid DVM degree or equivalent, enabling practice in Canada.
• Board‑certified (ACVD).
• A license in Ontario or eligibility to be licensed with the CVO.
• Leadership skills with a team‑player attitude.
• Excellent diagnostic and critical‑care skills with expertise in ventilation.
• Exemplary customer service, building loyalty and trust with clients.
• Strong organizational skills to stay focused and work under pressure.
• Drive and ability to train and mentor interns and technicians.

• VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program.
• Generous compensation and sign‑on bonuses.
• RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program.
• Extensive medical library – 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks.
• Continuing education benefits.
• Career and leadership opportunities (medical director, advisory board, etc.).
• Immigration support.
• Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees covered.
• Referral bonus rewards.

• Flexible scheduling for healthy work‑life balance.
• Paid wellness days.
• Employee assistance program.
• E‑tools for meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus.
• Tele‑medicine for quick access to quality care.
• Professional liability insurance coverage.
• Opportunities to give back in the community.

Located 20 minutes south of downtown Ottawa, our 24,500‑sq‑ft facility is surrounded by the vibrant city and great outdoor spaces. We serve a large referring community of over 300 general practice and emergency hospitals and provide on‑site diagnostics including CT, MR, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, echocardiogram, endoscopy, and digital radiograph suites.

Join us today! Please forward your resume and cover letter to Jason Kill, Hospital Manager ().

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