Okanagan Equine Veterinary Services

We’re looking to hire a new associate veterinarian.

More details coming soon!

One of a Kind

Why work at Okanagan Equine Veterinary Services?

As the only horse veterinary clinic in the Okanagan, we have the opportunity to provide medical/reproductive/ preventative care for a wide range of clients. We are looking for someone who wants to join an atmosphere that places an emphasis on kindness: to our patients and our team. Nestled in the Okanagan Valley, just outside of downtown Kelowna, we not only have the opportunity to enjoy working within the beautiful Okanagan mountains, we’re also just minutes away from a bustling downtown centre. Enjoy Canada’s wine tasting center, beautiful hikes, and a lively downtown, all while being able to work with an amazing team who is dedicated to taking the utmost care of our clients.

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Current Openings

Associate Position (Surgeon Position Possible)

Full-Time

4 day work week with every other weekend on call
Paid AAEP membership
Health benefits package
3 week vacation
Continuing education
Paid liability
Provincial license

Sport horse vet in the lovely Okanagan Valley. We are a primarily ambulatory practice with a facility capable of in hospital care, paddocks for rehabilitation cases and reproduction work. We have the standard ambulatory equipment, fully stocked Expedition, vet pak, Universal radiograph, digital ultrasound, prostride, shockwave, stall side SAA/EPOC and dentistry. Our in house has a 3M and 1.5M endoscope, IRAP, and full CBC/Chemistry lab.

The facility also has a full surgical suite that is currently not being utilized but could be developed for an equine surgeon. The Valley has no equine surgeon so a demand and need is here for one.

The clientele range from English sport horse, to western sport, to pleasure. Minimal thoroughbred work. Excellent clients patients to work with. Excellent support team.

The area is beautiful and is known as one of the most beautiful regions of Canada. Large interior lake, wine region and fruit region. Amazing quality of life living in a small urban area.

We stress team work and caring for each other. We all love our job and like coming to work.

Veterinary degree, license in good standing for Canada, Sport horse experience.

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Owner & Head Veterinarian

Get to know Dr. Janice Posnikoff, DVM

Janice Posnikoff, DVM, was the owner and principal vet at Orange County Equine Vet Services in Orange County, Calif., for over 20 years. She has extensive knowledge in the field of sports medicine and has been able to showcase her knowledge through various publications in Horse Illustrated and Horses for Dummies. Dr. Posnikoff now brings her expertise in sport horse medicine to Okanagan Equine Services as the Owner and head Veterinarian.

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A Few Reasons We Think You'll Love It Here

We strive to keep a close knit team so we do not tolerate toxic staff or clients. Come as you are!

Great Benefits

Employees receive health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as PTO.

Modern Practice

We strive to use tools in practice that make caring for clients and patients easier on our team.

Beautiful Location

Situated just outside of downtown Kelowna, we offer a beautiful landscape while you care for your patients.

Buy In Option

As the head of our reproduction team, you will have the option to buy into the practice if it's a good fit.

Unique Experience

By focusing on equine care, you will gain valuable experience in the care for them.

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Our Facilities

We have a large property with an indoor arena and two barns (foaling/breeding and hospital), several stallion pens and a round pen. Okanagan Equine boasts a large number of breeding clients, a good reputation and a diverse patient base.