Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
We bring this to life through three promises:
Guided by our values—We Care, We Dare, We Share—we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together.
Emergency Veterinarian – Capital City Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital
Salary: $87 - $116 per hour | Full-time | Emergency & Specialty Medicine | Kanata, Ontario
Are you an Emergency Veterinarian looking for a collaborative team, access to a wide range of veterinary specialties, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families?
Capital City Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital in Kanata, Ontario, is looking for an Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. We offer a collaborative environment where emergency medicine and specialty care come together, giving our team opportunities to work through challenging cases, share knowledge, and provide exceptional patient care.
Whether you're an experienced emergency veterinarian or looking to continue developing your skills in emergency medicine, we'd love to connect with you!
Why Capital City?
At Capital City, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with great people.
Founded by local veterinary specialists, our hospital was built around a shared commitment to high-quality patient care, evidence-based medicine, education, and collaboration. Our emergency team works alongside a diverse group of veterinary specialists, creating opportunities to consult, learn, and develop treatment plans together.
We understand that emergency medicine can be demanding, and having a supportive team makes a difference. We value open communication, mutual respect, and a workplace where team members can ask questions, share ideas, and learn from one another.
We're passionate about providing excellent care to our patients while supporting the people who make that care possible.
As an Emergency Veterinarian, you'll play an important role in assessing and treating patients with urgent and critical medical needs while working closely with our emergency team and specialty services.
Your responsibilities will include:
Specialty Collaboration & Advanced Medicine
One of the advantages of working at Capital City is the opportunity to collaborate with a broad range of veterinary specialists.
Our hospital offers specialty services in areas including:
This multidisciplinary environment provides opportunities to discuss complex cases, coordinate care, and draw on the expertise of colleagues across different specialties.
For emergency veterinarians, access to specialty support can be particularly valuable when managing challenging presentations and determining the best next steps for patients.
Mentorship & Professional Growth
We believe veterinary medicine is a lifelong learning process, and we want our team members to have opportunities to continue growing.
Capital City's collaborative environment encourages case discussions, knowledge sharing, and learning from colleagues with different areas of expertise. We welcome veterinarians who are enthusiastic about emergency medicine and interested in developing their clinical skills.
Whether you're bringing established emergency experience or looking to build confidence in a new area of practice, we'd love to learn more about your interests and discuss how this opportunity could align with your career goals.
We're looking for a veterinarian who is passionate about patient care, enjoys clinical problem-solving, and values working as part of a collaborative team.
Ideally, you'll bring:
We recognize that veterinarians bring different experiences and strengths to their work. If you're interested in emergency medicine and think Capital City could be the right fit, we encourage you to apply.
Compensation & Benefits
Our compensation and benefits package will be discussed based on experience and the details of the position. Further information on salary, scheduling, vacation, continuing education, and benefits can be provided during the recruitment process.
Life in Kanata
Located in Ottawa's west end, Kanata offers a great balance of city amenities and access to outdoor recreation.
Enjoy local restaurants, shopping, parks, trails, and nearby green spaces, with convenient access to downtown Ottawa and the surrounding communities. Whether you enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle, exploring the local food scene, or taking advantage of the cultural attractions of Canada's capital, the Ottawa region offers plenty to enjoy outside of work.
About Capital City Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital
Capital City Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital is committed to providing exceptional veterinary care through collaboration, education, evidence-based medicine, and respect for patients, clients, and colleagues.
By bringing emergency care and a range of specialty services together, our hospital supports a collaborative approach to complex medical cases and comprehensive patient care.
Learn more about our hospital at capcityvet.com.
Join Our Team
If you're looking for an opportunity to practice emergency medicine in a collaborative, specialty-focused hospital where learning and teamwork are valued, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today through the job posting link or email your resume and cover letter to careers@vetstrategy.com.
Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team! VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to careers@vetstrategy.com.
Being part of VetStrategy is about being part of something bigger – an ever-growing community, where we connect person-to-person and skill-to-need, united by a common purpose of healthy animals, happy owners. From our humble beginning in 2006 to the present day, we continue to make a difference in the lives of people who have dedicated themselves to this industry.
When VetStrategy co-founders Orin Litman and his wife, Dr. Michelle Cutler, decided to acquire McLean Animal Hospital in 2006, they focused on three promises – our Customer Promise of world-class veterinary care, delivered locally; our People Promise, to be a great place to work; and our Sustainability Promise to be a force for good for patients, people and our plant.
Keeping our three promises led VetStrategy to become the leading veterinary network in Canada, with veterinary practices, 24-hour emergency care, and specialty hospitals coast-to-coast. We have developed and refined a model for supporting our practices across the country.
What we do:
We care for those dedicated to caring for animals by creating a workplace where we focus on innovation, engagement, and teamwork.
We know the blood, sweat and tears that have gone into building each practice, and we don’t want to touch that – we truly embrace the uniqueness of each clinic. Our heritage first approach means we won’t change a clinic’s name, culture or heritage.
We understand the challenges our veterinary teams face and are committed to doing what’s right – for them, their clients, and their patients.
We care about the future of veterinary medicine. Everything we do comes back to ensuring that veterinarians have the time, support, and infrastructure to focus on responsible medicine and quality care.
We believe in empowering our support office and clinic staff and providing them opportunities to develop their skills and grow in their careers.
