vetstrategy

Associate Veterinarian- Carling Animal Hospital

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (city only)

On-site · $120k–$150k (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026

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Discover the excitement of working in a larger hospital with state-of-the-art facilities and technology such as laparoscopy and surgical laser. We also service exotics and pocket pets. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Ottawa, Canada’s capital. Situated on the Ottawa river near Montreal and the US Boarder it boasts Parliament Hill at it’s center, so it’ s always a possibility you will run into a politician or two. Ottawa is also known for the park-lined Rideau Canal which is filled with boats in summer and ice-skaters in winter. What ever your interest, there is always lots to do in Ottawa. What's in it for You?

Competitive compensation with bonus potential, VIN membership, licensing dues paid,
paid vacation.
Benefits including health and dental, RRSP matching, mental health benefits, access to personal private coaching.
We believe in giving back: Make a tangible impact with access to our Care Fund: a yearly allotment for each DVM to use at their discretion, with the potential to make all the difference in a patient’s life.
Continued Education: Access to training programs, generous CE allowance, workshops, and conferences to stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine.
Exposure to a wide range of cases that will challenge and enhance your skills with opportunities to work at other clinics.
Recognition for work well done.
Generous personal pet policy benefits including food and services.
Ability to collaborate with a team of experienced and passionate professionals on a diverse range of cases.
Access to cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment equipment to enhance the quality of care.
Rapid Diagnostic and Decision-Making Skills
Digital radiographs with access to radiologist interpretation 24/7 within 2 hours
Work in a state-of-the-art clinic with advanced medical equipment and technology.
Access to our network of over 1500 DVMs

What You Bring

The ideal candidate will have 3+ yrs of experience.
Flexible and adaptable to evolving veterinary practices and technologies.
Capable of handling a variety of cases and situations with composure and professionalism.
Relationships are important to you. You easily build strong and trusting relationships with clients, so they come back to see you repeatedly.
Effective communication: You understand the importance of client relationship management and education in promoting animal health and can remain composed during challenging situations.
Empathy for animals and their owners is a must.
You work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment- Everyone on the team is important and has a voice.

Carling Animal Hospital (https://www.carlinganimalhospital.com/ ) is part of the VetStrategy group of clinics located in Ottawa. VetStrategy is a 100% Canadian operated group of veterinary clinics with locations throughout Canada. We believe that veterinary clinics are an integral part of the community they serve and as such we put a large focus on community-based activities and initiatives. Every clinic we partner with is unique and serves a very diverse client base.