Veterinarian, Emergency
Location: Newmarket, Ontario
Department: Emergency
Employment Type: Full-time and Part-time
Schedules: Contact us and share your availability
Compensation: $160,000 to $220,000 plus Signing Bonus!
404 Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital is hiring an Emergency Veterinarian to join their team. Previous emergency experience is preferred and completion of an internship program is an asset. Our 24 hour emergency department is not only supported by our in hospital team of specialists but also by our family of specialty hospitals.
We are proud to be able to collaborate with our local sister hospitals, Mississauga Oakville Veterinary Emergency Hospital and Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital in order to provide the best care for our patients. Our emergency department also receives additional support and guidance from the Critical Care department at Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital.
Schedule: The emergency team works on a rotational schedule, including overnight and weekend shifts. This allows for even distribution of the shifts and an overall improved hospital experience. Our specialists also participate in providing after hours support to our emergency team.
As a member of the VCA family, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people are matched with a commitment to your professional growth. We pride ourselves on our team-centred philosophy towards patient care and client service. Our interdepartmental collaboration is fundamental to who we are. You will be supported by our entire team of specialists, ER veterinarians and support staff.
What We Can Offer You
- RRSP 5% Employer Group Match Program!
- VCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more!
- VCA Academy Mentorship Program, a six-month tailored mentorship program with ongoing support
- Medical Library Access; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!
- Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn!
- Career and leadership opportunities
- Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees
- Referral bonus rewards
- Paid wellness days, paid sick days, paid vacation time
- Employee assistance programs
- E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus
- Virtual health care offering quick access to quality care
- Professional liability insurance coverage
- Opportunities to give back in your community through VCA Canada initiatives
Our Story
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. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. 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. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. 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. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canada.
Pay: $160,000.00-$220,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
