Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinarian to take on an influential clinical position within an established small animal practice offering a diverse companion animal caseload. This opportunity is ideal for a confident practitioner who enjoys combining hands-on medical and surgical responsibilities with mentoring colleagues, strengthening clinical standards and contributing to the future direction of veterinary services. With six veterinarians and ten dedicated support professionals, the position provides an excellent environment for collaborative leadership and continued professional advancement.
The successful candidate will work closely with practice management to introduce practical clinical improvements, support professional development and encourage a positive, accountable working atmosphere. With opportunities to influence service development, guide veterinary colleagues and maintain high standards of patient care, the role offers meaningful clinical autonomy. Both full-time and part-time arrangements are available, making this an appealing opportunity for a veterinarian seeking leadership progression alongside a balanced professional lifestyle.
Qualifications Needed:
- A recognised Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent qualification accepted for professional registration in Australia.
- Ideally three to five years of experience in small animal veterinary medicine with strong medical and surgical capabilities.
- Confidence in mentoring veterinary colleagues and contributing to clinical leadership and service improvements.
- Excellent client communication skills with the ability to develop trusted professional relationships.
- A proactive and adaptable approach to clinical decision-making, teamwork and professional development.
Package:
- A clinical leadership incentive recognising additional responsibilities and contributions to practice development.
- Flexible full-time or part-time employment arrangements to accommodate individual working preferences.
- Access to a performance-linked bonus and potential equity participation programme, subject to eligibility.
- Paid veterinary board registration, radiation licensing and VIN membership, adjusted proportionately for part-time employees.
- Structured remuneration reviews and opportunities for salary progression based on performance.
- Paid parental leave and additional leave provisions for employees welcoming a new pet.
- Professional independence when introducing clinical improvements and developing veterinary services.
- Access to confidential employee assistance services and personal wellbeing support.
- Opportunities for continued leadership training, mentoring and long-term career advancement.
- A collaborative workplace with six veterinarians and ten experienced clinical support professionals.
