VSC - Veterinary Specialty Centre of Newfoundland and Labrador, 860 Topsail Road, Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 7:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, June 8, 2027 at 6:59 AM Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.

Our Customer

Promise – To deliver world-class veterinary care, locally. Guided by our values— We Care, We Dare, We Share —we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities.

Position: Medical Director Veterinary Specialty Center of Newfoundland and Labrador This is an opportunity for an experienced specialist or emergency veterinarian who is passionate about clinical excellence, mentorship, and building high-performing medical teams.

As Medical

Director, you'll continue practicing medicine while partnering with hospital leadership to guide medical quality, support our specialists and emergency clinicians, and help shape the future of one of Canada's premier specialty hospitals.

The Veterinary Specialty

Centre of Newfoundland and Labrador is the province's only specialty referral center and full-service emergency hospital. We have the only board-certified radiologist in the province, regular locum board-certified surgeons, a CT scanner, as well as an MRI machine. We run a canine blood donor program and have the only ICU that is fully staffed 24 hours a day, Sunday – Thursday.

Through our comprehensive approach, we are able to provide the opportunity to practice gold standard medicine. As an emergency and referral hospital, our emergency department handles an exciting and diverse caseload, inspiring lifelong learning and growth.



We are a hospital that cares strongly for our patients.

Our motto is: expert care, close to home! Mentor, coach, and support specialists, emergency veterinarians and developing clinicians. Foster a collaborative, respectful, and high-performing medical culture Partner with the Hospital Director on strategic planning, operational improvements, and hospital growth. Develop medical protocols, SOPs, and best practices. Lead doctor meetings and quality improvement initiatives. Serve as Veterinarian of Record and ensure regulatory compliance.

Experience in a specialty or emergency hospital. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style. Passion for coaching and developing veterinary professionals.

Ability to balance clinical excellence with hospital performance and growth. Competitive compensation with production pay eligibility Sign-on bonus Relocation assistance Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid vacation Employee Assistance Program Virtual healthcare From hiking trails and other outdoor adventures, whale watching and historical sites, to a vibrant downtown area with world-renowned restaurants, a thriving arts community, and a wide-ranging social scene.

Veterinary Specialty

Center of Newfoundland and Labrador is proudly part of the VetStrategy family, a 100% Canadian-operated network of veterinary hospitals committed to empowering veterinary teams, advancing clinical excellence, and strengthening the communities we serve. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

VSC - Veterinary Specialty Centre of Newfoundland and Labrador, 860 Topsail Road, Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

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