Job Description: Our client is seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join a well-established first-opinion setting with a strong emphasis on compassionate care, continuity, and client relationships. The position includes sole-charge responsibilities, making it particularly well suited to a veterinarian who enjoys clinical autonomy, taking ownership of cases, and managing a varied small animal caseload with confidence.
The successful veterinarian will have the opportunity to practise independently while still benefiting from experienced clinical support when needed. Continued professional development is encouraged, with scope to strengthen existing skills, explore individual areas of interest, and build lasting relationships with clients and their pets in a supportive working environment.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
Managing consultations, diagnostic investigations, treatment planning, and follow-up care
Taking responsibility for sole-charge clinical decision-making when required
Providing preventative, medical, and surgical care across a varied small animal caseload
Educating clients clearly on diagnoses,



treatment options, and ongoing healthcare
Working collaboratively with support colleagues to maintain efficient patient care
Qualifications Needed:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent qualification
Eligibility for veterinary registration in British Columbia
Confidence working independently and managing cases with appropriate clinical judgement
Solid communication skills with a client-focused and compassionate approach
Commitment to continued professional development and high standards of patient care
Package:
Production bonus potential in addition to base salary
Paid vacation entitlement
Continuing education allowance
VIN membership included
Veterinary licensing dues covered
Health and wellness benefit provisions
RRSP contributions with employer matching
Professional liability coverage provided
Employee discounts on veterinary services and pet supplies
Opportunities for mentorship, case collaboration, and continued clinical development

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📌 Small Animal Associate Veterinarian Job, Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
🏢 The Vet Service
📍 British Columbia