**Lead DVM , Experienced** **Niagara Region** **Free Weekends; Flexible schedules** **Port Colborne Animal Hospital** welcomes a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinarian, DVM who is ready to embrace a new challenge. This position offers the exciting possibility of stepping into a Lead DVM role, ideal for someone who is passionate about sharing their expertise, mentoring fellow team members, and making a meaningful difference in our community. If you thrive on collaboration and enjoy building strong relationships with clients, we would love to welcome you to our team. We also encourage new graduates to apply and begin their professional journey with us! As a successful candidate, you understand the importance of building relationships with our pet parents and our support team, to provide the best care possible. We are dedicated to your continuous learning and offer extensive in-house resources. Our hospitals foster friendly, collaborative environments, where professional growth and a balanced lifestyle are genuinely encouraged! + A valid veterinarian license allowing practice in Canada + Experience in; soft tissue surgical procedures, preventative care, and offering nutritional advice. + Dedicated to promoting team-based medicine practices + Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues, pet parents, and community + A passion for coaching and mentoring students along their DVM journey + An interest in attending conferences and networking with colleagues + A love for all companion animals!! **What VCA Canada Offers** Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture of wellness and appreciation you can thrive in! + VCA Canada Student Loan RRSP Program – Ask us more! + Generous compensation and sign-on bonuses; Schedule Flexibility + VCA Academy Six-Month Mentorship Program for new/recent graduates or those new to primary care + RRSP Employer 5 % Match Program – saving for your future just got easier! + Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips! + Continuing education benefits - we know you love to learn! + Career and leadership opportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership roles + Immigration support + Licensing, membership dues, and conference fees + Referral bonus rewards **Wellness** : We care about your well-being and invest in resources for our associates. + Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance + Wellness days, sick days, and vacation time + Employee assistance program + E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus + Virtual health care (telemedicine) offers quick access to quality care + Professional liability insurance coverage + Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives **About us! ** Located in beautiful Port Colborne on Niagara's south coast, we’re excited to grow our hospital family! Our friendly, supportive, and team-oriented environment is ideal for those who value a good sense of humor. Here, you’ll work alongside experienced DVMs, enjoy a solid support team, and be part of a group dedicated to top-notch medical and surgical care. We offer a professional learning space, work-life balance, a consistent schedule with no weekends, and flexible options to suit your needs. With our exceptional mentorship program, **new and recent grads are warmly welcome to join us!** **Email:** **careers.canada@vca.com** **for further information or click Apply Now!** VCA is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know. \#OVMA, #LeadDVM, #OntarioVeterinarians **If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.**