Associate Veterinarian

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Are you passionate about providing high quality care to small animals? Berwick Animal Hospital is seeking a motivated and passionate veterinarian to join our 6 DVMpractice. Located in the beautiful Annapolis Valley, our well-established hospital has been serving the community for the past 20 years. We are seeking someone who iseager to join a supportive and friendly team.We are a team-oriented, collaborative practice with an excellent support staff. We feature four exam rooms, separate dog and cat kennel rooms, a new dental suite with digital dental x-ray, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and a full Abaxis in-house lab with an Imagyst on the way. The services we offer include preventative medicine, surgery, dentistry, and internal medicine. Are you a graduating student or an early career DVM? Please reach out to learn more about our excellent mentorship opportunities!In addition to a flexible schedule with a four-day work week and an excellent work environment, we are pleased to offer a signing bonus, competitive wages, paid membership dues with the NSVMA, drug and dental benefits, a continuing education allowance, and so much more!To learn more about us, please visit https://berwickanimalhospital.ca/ or email Jennifer.MacEachern@nva.com to apply.Nestled in the heart of Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley, Berwick is a charming small town with a rich history and vibrant community. With its stunning natural scenery, quaint shops and restaurants, and welcoming locals, Berwick is the perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or an exciting adventure. Whether you’re looking to explore local wineries, hike through picturesque forests, or simply unwind and enjoy the scenic beauty, Berwick offers something for everyone.Job Responsibilities

• Build rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to and empathizing with their concerns.
• Perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
• Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs.
• Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols.
• Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine.
• Presents a positive image of the hospital to the professional community and to the public.

Skills And Basic Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Canada.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.