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Emergency Veterinarian – Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic

Vet Strategy


Job Location:

Peterborough - Canada

Hourly Salary: CAD 120 - 180
Posted: 17 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Emergency Veterinarian Kawartha Veterinary Emergency ClinicHourly Wage: $120.00$180.00/hour based on experienceAre you a veterinarian looking to join a supportive close-knit emergency team where you can grow your skills be challenged and make a real difference for patients and their families Kawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic (KVEC) is looking for full-time veterinarians to join our growing team. New graduates are welcome to apply!Kawartha Veterinary Emergency ClinicKawartha Veterinary Emergency Clinic is an accredited full-service 24-hour 7-day-a-week small animal emergency hospital serving Peterborough the Kawarthas Northumberland and surrounding highly qualified veterinary team provides compassionate high-quality emergency care when pets need it most. Emergency medicine is one of the most exciting and rewarding areas of veterinary medicine and whether you are an experienced ER veterinarian or a new graduate interested in exploring emergency medicine youll have access to amazing mentorship and support to help you build your confidence and are proud of our welcoming and collaborative team culture. We take care of each other just as much as we take care of our patients and we believe that a strong team is at the heart of excellent emergency a Team Where You Can Make a Real DifferenceAt KVEC youll have the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled veterinary professionals in a fast-paced environment while having access to amazing mentorship continuing education and wellness support specifically tailored to the unique demands of emergency looking for veterinarians who are passionate about patient care enjoy working as part of a team and want to continue learning and growing in emergency That Meets You Where You AreWe recognize that every veterinarian comes to emergency medicine with a different level of experience and confidence. Whether youre a newer graduate an experienced GP looking to transition into ER or an emergency veterinarian wanting support while becoming familiar with a new hospital our mentorship program is tailored to on your experience comfort level and individual goals your mentorship plan may include:Dedicated shadow shifts with a senior emergency veterinarian before working independently with the number and type of shifts tailored to your needs.A gradual transition toward independent ER practice rather than expecting you to manage a busy emergency caseload before you feel -call access to an experienced KVEC veterinarian for clinical questions and support once you begin working opportunities for case discussion collaboration and mentorship with experienced ER in developing your skills and confidence in areas such as emergency surgery critical patient management diagnostic decision-making client communication and managing an ER caseload.A mentorship plan that can evolve as your confidence and experience grow because support shouldnt suddenly disappear once your formal orientation is goal isnt simply to get you onto the schedule. We want to help you become comfortable confident and successful in emergency medicine while making sure you always know that support is available when you need OpportunityAs a Veterinarian with KVEC you will:Provide compassionate high-quality emergency medical care to small animal patientsWork alongside a skilled and collaborative team of veterinarians and veterinary professionalsManage a diverse and interesting emergency caseloadDevelop your emergency medicine skills in a supportive environmentCollaborate with referring veterinarians and pet owners to provide continuity of careParticipate in a team culture that values communication collaboration and mutual supportContinue building your knowledge and skills through mentorship and continuing educationWhat We OfferCompetitive hourly wage $120.00$1800.00/hour based on experienceAmazing mentorship and support for new graduates and veterinarians developing their emergency medicine skillsFull-time employment with a dedicated emergency practiceContinuing education opportunitiesWellness support specifically designed for emergency and urgent care professionalsA collaborative and welcoming team environmentOpportunities for professional growth and developmentComprehensive benefitsThe support and resources of a larger veterinary network while maintaining a strong local team cultureWhy You Will Love Working HereA team that genuinely supports one another. We believe emergency medicine is better when we work together. Our team is highly skilled driven and committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone can succeed.A career in emergency medicine. Whether you are an experienced emergency veterinarian or a new graduate looking to explore emergency medicine KVEC provides opportunities to learn grow and develop your confidence and skills with the support of an experienced incredible community. Peterborough offers the perfect balance of city amenities and access to nature. With trails and parks throughout the city and easy access to cottage country lakes and outdoor recreation there is plenty to explore outside of approximately two hours from Toronto Peterborough offers a quieter lifestyle without being far from Ontarios largest urban centre. The community is home to Trent University a vibrant downtown great local events and plenty of amenities for families young professionals and those looking to enjoy a slower pace of You Will BringDoctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degreeEligibility for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in OntarioA passion for providing high-quality compassionate patient careStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA collaborative team-oriented approachA willingness to learn and continue developing your emergency medicine skillsThe ability to remain calm adaptable and compassionate in a fast-paced emergency environmentPrevious emergency experience is an asset but new graduates and veterinarians interested in developing their ER skills are encouraged to applyApply NowIf youre looking for an opportunity to build your career in emergency medicine while being part of a team that truly supports one another wed love to hear from you!Apply through the link below or email your resume to look forward to hearing from you!

Required Experience:

IC