Dryden Veterinary Services

FULL TIME SMALL ANIMAL VETERINARIAN 

Dryden Veterinary Services (DVS) is hiring a FULL TIME SMALL ANIMAL VETERINARIAN to join our vibrant and dedicated team! If you're seeking a fast-paced, positive work environment and share our passion for animals, we may be the perfect fit for you.

Small Animal Veterinarian (Full-time, Permanent) – NOC 31103

Employer:

Dryden Veterinary Services

Address: 319 Grand Trunk Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2Y8

Vacancies: 1

 

Wage: $127,920 – 135,000/Annually

Hours: 40 hours per week

 

Start Date: As soon as possible.

 

Language Requirements: English required. French is an asset (but not mandatory).

Job Duties:

As the Small Animal Veterinarian at Dryden Veterinary Services, you will:

• Examine, diagnose, and treat illnesses, injuries, and diseases in small animals (dogs, cats, and small mammals).
• Perform surgical procedures including spays, neuters, soft tissue, and dental surgeries.
• Administer vaccines, medications, and preventive treatments.
• Provide emergency and urgent care services as needed.
• Advise clients on animal nutrition, behaviour, and preventive health care.
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical and client records.
• Supervise veterinary technicians and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with provincial veterinary standards and regulations.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests such as bloodwork, radiographs, and ultrasounds to determine the nature of illness or injury.
• Implement infection control and biosecurity protocols to protect both animal and public health.
• Report notifiable diseases to public health officials in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Promote animal health within the community through education and outreach initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with veterinary regulations, controlled substance standards, and animal welfare legislation.

 

Job Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Eligibility (or already licensed) to practice veterinary medicine in Ontario (or will become licensed with the provincial regulatory body).
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a small animal clinical setting preferred.
• Strong diagnostic, surgical and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment, and to handle physically demanding tasks (standing, lifting, animal restraint).
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends or on-call as part of the clinic schedule.

 

Work Conditions & Physical Capabilities:

• Stand and move around the clinic for extended periods.
• Handle animals of various sizes, breeds and temperaments safely.
• Use of surgical/medical equipment and adherence to infection control protocols.
• Occasional lifting of animals or equipment (with assistance when required).
• Flexible schedule to accommodate emergency or urgent cases, including some weekend or evening shifts.

 

Employment Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Health/dental benefits (extended health care, dental coverage) after 3 months probation period.
• Continuing education allowance (support for conferences, training, license fees).
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays.
• Supportive team environment in a well-equipped small animal clinic.
• Opportunity for professional growth, mentorship, and a variety of clinical cases.
• Retention bonus and moving allowance.

 

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter to:

 Jennifer Hamilton – jen@amyoliver.ca

 Please add “Small Animal Veterinarian Application – Dryden” in the subject line.

 

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Dryden Veterinary Services is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.