Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Veterinarian to take on a rewarding clinical leadership position within a busy, well-equipped small animal practice. This opportunity is ideally suited to a confident practitioner who enjoys combining hands-on veterinary medicine with mentoring colleagues, improving clinical standards and contributing to the development of veterinary services. The varied caseload includes dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, ferrets, reptiles and smaller companion animals, offering excellent opportunities to apply broad clinical expertise while developing individual professional interests.
The successful candidate will take an active role in guiding veterinary colleagues, supporting experienced nursing professionals and maintaining high standards of medical and surgical care. With opportunities to introduce new services, refine clinical procedures and strengthen client relationships, the position offers considerable professional autonomy. A four-day working week with no weekends, overnight duties or on-call commitments provides an attractive balance between clinical leadership and personal commitments.
Qualifications Needed:
- A recognised Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent qualification accepted for veterinary registration in Australia.
- Ideally four or more years of clinical veterinary experience, with confidence in general practice medicine and routine surgical procedures.
- Previous senior veterinary experience or demonstrated potential to mentor colleagues and oversee clinical standards.
- Strong interpersonal abilities with a collaborative approach to client communication and professional development.
- A commitment to maintaining excellent patient care while introducing practical improvements to veterinary services.
Package:
- A four-day working week without weekend shifts, after-hours responsibilities or emergency on-call duties.
- An additional annual Lead Veterinarian incentive of AUD $10,000.
- A signing bonus of up to AUD $10,000, subject to agreed employment conditions.
- Potential long-term cash incentive equivalent to 10% of salary, payable after three years under the applicable scheme.
- Annual salary and performance reviews supporting continued remuneration progression.
- Veterinary board registration, radiation licensing and VIN membership fees covered.
- Generous continuing professional development funding accompanied by paid study leave.
- Paid parental leave and additional paid leave for employees welcoming a new pet.
- Access to novated vehicle leasing, fitness benefits and confidential employee assistance services.
- Professional referral incentives and opportunities for continued clinical leadership development.
