Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Small Animal Veterinarian to join a friendly, progressive veterinary practice offering an excellent balance of clinical variety and flexible working arrangements. This opportunity is particularly suited to a confident practitioner who enjoys delivering personalised companion animal healthcare, managing consultations and performing routine surgical and dental procedures. The role offers a rewarding caseload involving preventative medicine, vaccinations, diagnostic investigations and general practice surgery, supported by modern facilities including digital radiography, dental imaging and ultrasound.
The successful candidate will work alongside a dedicated veterinary team while taking sole responsibility for clinical duties approximately one day per week. Flexible full-time and part-time options are available, with a minimum commitment of 68 hours per fortnight and the possibility of a nine-day fortnight. With no after-hours or on-call requirements, the position provides an appealing opportunity to maintain professional independence while benefiting from experienced mentorship and continued clinical development.
Qualifications Needed:
- A recognised Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent qualification accepted for veterinary registration in Australia.
- At least three years of small animal veterinary experience with the confidence to manage sole-charge clinical duties.
- Strong organisational abilities and sound clinical judgement when managing consultations, procedures and competing priorities.
- Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach to client relationships and veterinary teamwork.
- Familiarity with ezyVET software, dental radiography or ultrasound would be advantageous but is not essential.
Package:
- Flexible roster options including a minimum 68-hour fortnight and potential nine-day fortnight arrangements.
- No emergency on-call commitments or after-hours veterinary duties.
- An annual professional development contribution of AUD $1,500 together with one week of paid study leave.
- Access to a long-term performance incentive offering a potential additional 10% of salary over three years.
- Paid veterinary registration, radiation licensing and VIN membership, proportionately adjusted for part-time arrangements.
- Paid parental leave alongside additional leave provisions for employees welcoming a new pet.
- Employee savings on groceries, fuel, entertainment, dining and other everyday expenses.
- Novated vehicle leasing options and access to confidential employee assistance services.
- Professional mentoring and opportunities to strengthen surgical, dental and diagnostic imaging capabilities.
- A well-equipped clinical setting with access to veterinary radiography, dental imaging and ultrasound facilities.
