NOVEL veterinary clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinarian
· Location: 561 Brant Street, Burlington, ON L7R 2G6
· Term: Full time, 40 hours/week, permanent
· Work Schedule: The position is based on rotating 12-hour shifts. The Veterinarian will normally work a schedule consisting of three to four shifts per week (averaging 40 hours per week), including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays, depending on clinic operational requirements.
· Salary: $165,000 per year
· Vacation: 9 vacation days / 6% of vacation pay
· Language: English
· Number of positions: 1
· Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Main Duties and Responsibilities
· Examine, diagnose, and treat companion animals, primarily dogs and cats.
· Provide preventive and wellness care, including routine health examinations, vaccinations, and parasite prevention.
· Prescribe and administer medications and treatment plans for various medical conditions.
· Collect and analyze laboratory samples, including blood, urine, and tissue samples, and interpret diagnostic results.
· Perform routine and surgical procedures in accordance with veterinary standards.
· Develop individualized treatment and wellness plans to support long-term pet health.
· Educate pet owners on nutrition, behaviour, disease prevention, hygiene, and general pet care.
· Communicate medical findings and treatment recommendations clearly and compassionately to clients.
· Collaborate with veterinary nurses and other team members to provide high-quality patient care.
· Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards.
· Support the clinic's focus on accessible, preventive, and relationship-based veterinary care.
Job Requirements for the position are:
· Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree with at least 2 years of experience
· Provincial Veterinary full license for Ontario (College of Veterinarians of Ontario)
· Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
· Ability to practice a high standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics
· Ability to work independently, without supervision
· Ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members and to the clients
· Have professional comportment and appearance
· Have the ability to always keep the welfare of the pet in the forefront and treat all animals with gentleness and compassion
· Have respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets
Please provide your resume to: hello@novel.vet
Novel Veterinary Clinic is a modern, full-service veterinary practice located in Burlington, Ontario, dedicated to making high-quality pet healthcare more accessible and transparent. The clinic offers a unique membership-based model with no examination fees, unlimited in-clinic visits for members, 24/7 virtual care support, and transparent pricing. Through its collaborative, team-based approach to veterinary medicine, Novel focuses on preventive care, wellness, and building long-term relationships with pets and their families while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.