Guardian Veterinary Hospital is welcoming a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team in Edmonton, Alberta. We are a leading emergency and specialty referral hospital, delivering advanced care in a state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facility. Our hospital offers referral-based, board-certified specialty services in Internal Medicine and Surgery, supported by cutting-edge diagnostic technology.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee multiple emergency and hospitalized cases per shift
Treat in-house patients during quieter periods between emergency cases
Support and mentor junior staff through practical, hands-on guidance and collaborative team discussions.
Collaborate with specialists to ensure patient care is the top priority
Offer exemplary customer service that builds loyalty and trust with your clients
Complete medical records efficiently and accurately
Qualifications:
Internship trained preferred OR 2 years of direct working experience in an emergency or urgent care.
Strong diagnostic, surgical and emergency care skills
Strong organizational skills, which allow you to stay focused and work under pressure
Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills
Eligible to be licensed in the province of Alberta
Capable of multi-case management per shift
Willing to actively manage and treat in-house patients during quieter periods between emergency cases
Will collaborate and mentor junior staff through hands-on learning and during team meetings in a constructive and caring manner
Will collaborate with specialists to ensure patient care is the top priority
What We Can Offer You
RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program!
VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more!
VCA Academy Mentorship Program, a six-month tailored mentorship program with ongoing support
Medical Library Access; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn!
Career and leadership opportunities
Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
Referral bonus rewards
Paid wellness days, paid sick days, paid vacation time
Employee assistance programs
E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
Virtual health care offering quick access to quality care
Professional liability insurance coverage
Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives
Apply now to have a conversation and explore how you can grow with us!
Our Hospital
We are committed to supporting work-life balance, with schedules designed to promote long-term sustainability and personal well-being.
VCA Canada Guardian Veterinary Centre doctors and support staff are dedicated to our core values of respect and compassion
With an established case load, VCA Canada Guardian Veterinary Centre continues to have excellent growth opportunities.
We are a leader in emergency and specialty healthcare and foster a culture of compassion in a collaborative environment that leads to delivering exceptional care to patients, service to our clients, referring veterinarians, and our community.
Why Edmonton
National Geographic included Edmonton in its list of best summer trips, the ONLY Canadian city, in 2015, and Edmonton was recently listed as Forbes' top cities to visit in 2023.
Edmonton offers the largest area of urban parkland with over 7300 hectares that expands both sides of our beautiful North Saskatchewan River to take full advantage of our great outdoors.
Edmonton hosts several festivals each year, including our world-renowned Folk Fest, Fringe Festival, Symphony under the Sky, and Ice on Whyte Festival.
We are a short drive away from the most majestic mountains in Canada, Jasper and Banff National Parks, which boast world-class vistas with ample hiking, camping, and skiing
With our new stadium, we have quickly become a top destination for many of the most sought-after musical acts.
Such an affordable city to settle down, work and travel.
Our Story
VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.
In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.
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