Tartan Tails has opened the doors to our new, purpose-built hospital in Dartmouth, and we’re looking for a compassionate, skilled Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join our team.
This is your chance to practice great medicine while making a meaningful difference for animals and families in our community. If you want a role that blends hands-on animal care, teamwork, community impact, and meaningful connection, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Accessible Care Focus
Accessible Care means delivering high-quality veterinary medicine in a way that is practical, respectful, and compassionate – without judgment. At Tartan Tails, Accessible Care is supported through: · A Spectrum of Care philosophy – presenting multiple treatment pathways, to match the client’s capacity
· Clear, kind and transparent communication so clients can make informed decisions
· Standard operating procedures that support consistency, safety, and efficiency
· A mission-driven environment focused on keeping pets with the people who love them
What We Offer
· Competitive premium pay structure, including a $5000 signing bonus
· Comprehensive benefits package
· RRSP matching
· Paid professional development opportunities
· The chance to be part of a social enterprise that reinvests into animal welfare
· Consistent schedule – no weekends, late evenings, or on call; ability to work a condensed work week
Your work at Tartan Tails helps support the lifesaving mission of the Nova Scotia SPCA, meaning every patient you care for helps animals across the province.
Who We’re Looking For
· A licensed DVM (or eligible for licensure in Nova Scotia)
· Passionate about compassionate accessible care and spectrum of care
· Excited to practice in a brand-new hospital
· Values teamwork, flexibility, and meaningful impact
How to Apply
Interested applicants are asked to submit their resume and cover letter to resumes@spcans.ca with “DVM – TT Dartmouth” in the subject.