Posted 11 days ago
Associate DVM
@ NVA Canada
Summerside, Prince Edward Island
Overview
Summerside Veterinary Hospital, part of NVA Canada, is hiring an Associate DVM on a 13-month maternity leave coverage contract in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, running March 8, 2027 to April 8, 2028. The role pays $55 per hour, provides full health benefits and 12 vacation days, and runs five days a week with four appointment days and one surgery day.
Pay:
$55 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Perform appointment-based veterinary clinical work four days a week
- Perform surgery one day a week
- Cover a maternity leave for a 13-month contract
Requirements summary:
- Hold a DVM degree and practise veterinary medicine
- Interest in a temporary contract on Prince Edward Island
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Schedule | day, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Education | Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Veterinary medicine |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
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NVA Canada
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Full company description
We partner with pet parents to give every pet their best life. Every day, at every stage. Their best life is your best life.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,330
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 181
- Reported office locations
- 1115 North Service Rd W, Unit 2, Oakville, Ontario L6M 2V9, CA
- Other recorded names
- NVA Canada
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
We partner with pet parents to give every pet their best life. Every day, at every stage. Their best life is your best life.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Veterinary Services |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Oakville, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 227 |
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Veterinarian – Maternity Leave Coverage
Summerside Veterinary Hospital | Summerside, Prince Edward Island
13-Month Contract | March 8, 2027 – April 8, 2028
Looking for an opportunity to practice veterinary medicine on beautiful Prince Edward Island? Summerside Veterinary Hospital is seeking a DVM to join their team for a 13-month maternity leave coverage position!
Whether you're looking for a change of scenery, an opportunity to explore life on Canada's East Coast, or a supportive clinic to call home for the next year, we'd love to hear from you!
What We're Offering
Compensation: $55/hour
Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full health benefits provided
Paid Time Off: 12 days of vacation
Contract Duration: March 8, 2027 – April 8, 2028
Schedule: Five days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday)
Clinical Schedule: Four appointment days and one dedicated surgery day per week
Why Prince Edward Island?
Imagine spending your time off exploring beautiful beaches, coastal trails, charming communities, and everything island life has to offer!
Summerside offers the charm of a close-knit community, beautiful surroundings, and the opportunity to experience life on Canada's East Coast.
Interested? Let's Chat!
If you're a veterinarian looking for a rewarding opportunity on PEI, we'd love to connect!
Jen MacEachern
DVM Recruiter | NVA Canada
[email protected]
Come experience veterinary medicine and island life with Summerside Veterinary Hospital!
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