Veterinarian, DVM Emergency Employment Type: Full-time 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.

Oversee multiple emergency and hospitalized cases per shift Treat in-house patients during quieter periods between emergency cases Offer exemplary customer service that builds loyalty and trust with your clients Complete medical records efficiently and accurately Internship trained preferred OR 2 years of direct working experience in an emergency or urgent care. Strong diagnostic, surgical and emergency care 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 Medical Library Access; Referral bonus rewards Paid wellness days, paid sick days, paid vacation time Employee assistance programs Virtual health care offering quick access to quality care Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives 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.

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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 outstanding outdoors. 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 Such an affordable city to settle down, work and travel.

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. 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.

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.

📌 Emergency Veterinarian, Guardian Veterinary Centre (Edmonton)
🏢 VCA Canada
📍 Edmonton