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Veterinary Surgeon - Soft Tissue

J390410 Ontario Ontario CAD250K - CAD275K / Year

We are seeking a skilled Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Small Animal Soft Tissue Surgeon to join our growing multi-specialty veterinary hospital.

You will perform advanced soft tissue surgical procedures for a diverse caseload of small animals, collaborate with other specialists, and contribute to the development of a high-quality, multidisciplinary surgical program.

Position: Veterinary Surgeon - Soft Tissue
Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Location: Southern Ontario (commutable to major urban centres, exact location disclosed upon application)
Hours of Work: 40 hours/week, with occasional weekend rotations

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnosis & Consultation: Evaluate and diagnose conditions requiring soft tissue surgery; consult with pet owners regarding treatment options and outcomes.
• Surgical Planning & Procedures: Develop and execute surgical plans tailored to each patient, performing procedures including gastrointestinal, urogenital, thoracic, and oncologic surgeries.
• Emergency Surgery: Respond to urgent surgical cases such as trauma or internal bleeding.
• Postoperative Care: Monitor recovery, prescribe medications, and guide postoperative protocols.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Work closely with radiologists, oncologists, anesthesiologists, and other specialists to ensure optimal patient care.
• Diagnostic Imaging: Interpret ultrasound, CT, and other imaging studies for surgical planning.
• Client Education & Record Keeping: Educate owners on surgical care and maintain detailed medical records.
• Professional Development: Stay current with advances in soft tissue surgery and participate in continuing education.
• Compliance & Ethics: Adhere to professional, ethical, and regulatory standards governing veterinary surgery.

Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent.
• Completed residency or equivalent postgraduate surgical training (3 - 4 years).
• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS).
• Eligible for provincial licensure in Ontario.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility for staggered shifts, including occasional nights or weekends.
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care and collaborative teamwork.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: CAD $250,000 - $275,000 per year (guaranteed, not production-based)
• Signing and retention bonuses available
• Dental, vision, and extended medical coverage
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Malpractice insurance
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE time
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days
• Employee discounts on services and products
• On-site gym and wellness programs

Schedule:

• 10-hour shifts, Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed (rotational)

Benefits

Life insurance, Medical insurance, Fear Free Practice, 401k