Associate Veterinarian

Dream Big, Thrive Bigger at East River Animal Hospital

Are you ready for a career-defining moment? At East River Animal Hospital, we’re not just offering a job—we’re inviting you to be part of something extraordinary. As an Associate or Managing Veterinarian, you’ll step into a culture where innovation, compassion, and growth collide in the heart of New Glasgow. And the best part? No on-call duties. That’s right—enjoy your career without sacrificing your personal time.

Why East River Stands Out
Forget everything you’ve read in other ads. We’ve built a one-of-a-kind facility that combines cutting-edge medical care with a family-oriented approach. Our newly renovated hospital is more than a place to work—it’s a place to thrive. From our luxury pet boarding to advanced surgical dental suites, we’ve curated an environment where veterinarians like you can shine.

What’s In It for You?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits  – Industry-leading salaries, health, and dental plans that take care of you like you take care of your patients.
• Growth Opportunities – We’re invested in your professional development with a generous CE allowance.
• Potential for Joint Venture Partnership – Dreaming of ownership? We’ve got that covered.
• $5,000 Referral Bonus – Know someone perfect for the role? We’ll pay you for a great recommendation that leads to a hire.
• No On-Call – Say goodbye to late-night stress and enjoy more of what you love outside of work.

Who You Are

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited university.
• Licensed (or able to be) in Canada, with a passion for gold-standard care and ethics.
• You’re not just about the medicine—you’re about the people and pets you serve, and you bring empathy, communication, and expertise to every case.

Your Future Starts Here
At East River Animal Hospital, every day is a chance to make a real difference—where every wag, every purr, and every client leaves you fulfilled. Are you ready to stop scrolling and start thriving? Visit our website at [https://eastriveranimalhospital.com](https://eastriveranimalhospital.com), or reach out directly via email, text, or call Jen at Jennifer.MacEachern@nva.com / (902) 388-1497 to learn more.

Let’s grow together.

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 in the professional community and to the public.