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JOB DESCRIPTIONVeterinarian, CardiologistLocation: Edmonton, ABWe are looking to expand our specialty team with the addition of a board-certified or residency-trained Cardiologist.Guardian Veterinary Centre is a companion animal specialty and emergency centre located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. We have had a specialty presence in Edmonton since 2007, which has allowed us to establish a busy emergency caseload including numerous cardiology cases. Our hospital includes robust surgery, internal medicine, and critical care departments. In addition, we are excited to be adding anesthesiology in the summer of 2021. Since opening our doors, we have built a strong relationship with our large referral community, serving Northern Alberta, Northern BC, Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.What VCA Canada OffersJoin our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in. We have the right fit for you!Generous compensation and sign-on bonusesRRSP 5% Employer Group Match ProgramVCA Canada RRSP Student Loan Program - Ask us more!Medical Library; 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks, research, and more at your fingertips!Comprehensive educational resources in our e-universityContinuing education benefits - we know you love to learn!Career and leadership opportunitiesOpportunities to continue your career path; medical director, medical advisory board, special projects, and other leadership rolesRelocation assistance; Immigration supportLicensing, membership dues, and conference feesReferral bonus rewardsWellnessWe care about your well-being and invest in resources for our associates:Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balancePaid wellness daysPaid sick daysPaid vacation timeEmployee assistance programE-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focusVirtual health care (tele-medicine) offering quick access to quality careProfessional liability insurance coverageAbout us: What sets us apart from other clinics is our hospital culture. Our specialists are highly collaborative, working as a strong team to provide exceptional patient care. Our current specialty team includes members who have been together for at least 10 years, and continues to grow, building a strong foundation of trust and support. Our Registered Veterinary Technologists work alongside our specialists, are highly skilled, utilized to their fullest potential, and always eager to learn. We also have an energetic and experienced emergency team that works closely with our specialists. Our emergency and specialty doctors are deeply respected by the referring community, which speaks volumes about the attention provided to our patients, clients, and referring doctors.Our facility is a well-equipped, state-of-the-art, 20,000 square foot hospital including 24-hour staffing, a newly updated CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy (including dedicated fluoroscopy suite), endoscopy, arthroscopy, and a critical care ventilator. We are expanding this year to include 8,000 square feet of additional facilities, including the installation of an MRI, a dedicated ICU, and extra exam and procedure rooms. We also have an onsite digital cytology analyzer, resulting in very quick turnaround times for clinical pathology reports.Why Edmonton?Edmonton offers the largest area of urban parkland in Canada, with over 7,300 hectares that expand both sides of our beautiful North Saskatchewan River to enjoy the outdoors.Edmonton hosts several festivals each year, including our world-renowned Folk Fest, Fringe Festival, Symphony under the Sky, and Ice on Whyte Festival.We are a short drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains, home to Jasper and Banff National Parks, which boast world-class vistas with ample hiking, camping, rafting, and skiing opportunities.With our new stadium, Rogers Place, we have become a top destination for entertainment acts and are home to the NHL team, the Edmonton Oilers.Edmonton is the capital of Alberta, with a rapidly growing city and a metro population of over a million. The University of Alberta is home to over 40,000 students and boasts the most 3M National Teaching Fellows in Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr