Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinarian with the ambition and clinical confidence to progress into a leadership position. This opportunity combines a varied companion animal caseload with the chance to guide veterinary colleagues, support developing clinicians and influence the future direction of clinical services. The position is particularly suitable for a veterinarian with established leadership experience or someone ready to take on greater responsibility within the next year.
The successful candidate will enjoy a rewarding balance of hands-on medicine and professional development, with regular involvement in consultations, surgical procedures, dentistry and diagnostic imaging. Alongside clinical duties, the role offers meaningful participation in operational planning, mentoring and improving the client experience, supported by an experienced and collaborative team.
Qualifications Needed:
- A recognised BVSc or equivalent qualification with current or eligible registration in New Zealand.
- At least four years of small animal veterinary experience with strong surgical and consultation skills.
- An interest in developing leadership capabilities and supporting the professional progress of colleagues.
- Sound commercial awareness with an understanding of client relationships and operational performance.
- Confident communication skills and a compassionate approach to veterinary medicine.
Package:
- A structured pathway towards clinical leadership with ongoing guidance from experienced mentors.
- Annual continuing professional development funding of NZD $2,200.
- Opportunities to influence clinical standards, operational decisions and service development.
- A varied small animal caseload incorporating surgery, dentistry and diagnostic ultrasound.
- A full-time position offering a combination of clinical practice and leadership responsibilities.
- Professional collaboration with experienced veterinarians and dedicated veterinary nursing colleagues.
- The opportunity to develop team management and practice planning expertise.
- A welcoming professional environment focused on clinical excellence and mutual respect.
- Access to outdoor recreational activities and an appealing regional lifestyle.
- Competitive remuneration negotiated according to professional experience and leadership capabilities.
