Veterinarian, General Practice Location: Ottawa, ON Employment Type: Full-time Job Status: Existing Level: 2+ years of clinic experience Compensation: $110,000 to $150,000 per year, depending on experience VCA Canada Alta Vista Animal Hospital welcomes a General Practice Veterinarian (DVM) in Canada’s capital. For more than six decades, our hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of the Ottawa veterinary community. Today, we bring general wellness care, 24/7 emergency medicine, and board-certified specialty services together under one roof in our state-of-the-art, purpose-built Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre.

Supported by a close-knit family of 160 team members and 30 collaborative doctors, you’ll have access to advanced diagnostic tools, dedicated technical support, and seamless case consultations every day.

Compassionate Patient Care: Deliver high-quality medicine through thorough physical examinations, diagnostic workups, and individualized treatment and wellness plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

Mentorship & Continuous Learning: Participate in hospital rounds, share knowledge, and mentor junior associates, students, or support team members.

Participation in Team Training: Support, train and mentor recent graduates A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in Canada. Flexible availability to work a mix of weekdays, weeknights, and Saturdays. Empathetic communicator, naturally building trust with teammates and pet parents alike, maintaining a calm, reassuring presence during fast-paced shifts.

Clinical Confidence:



Strong diagnostic and surgical skills with a dedication to delivering high-quality, compassionate preventative patient care, and nutritional advice. Strong surgical and dental skills are a definite asset. RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future. Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days. Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options.

Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness. Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app.

Medical Library Access: 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips! 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. #

📌 Veterinarian, General Practice - Alta Vista Animal Hospital (Ottawa)
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