New Zealand
If you see a position that interests you please apply directly to the clinic. Make sure that you are eligible to register as a Veterinary Surgeon or nurse in New Zealand prior to applying for any jobs. We also take registrations from vets looking for work in New Zealand - please contact jobs@kookaburravets.com or fill out our online registration form.
Vet Jobs Summary: (please scroll down to see details of all jobs)
- North Island - Dargaville - 4 vet mixed practice
- North Island - Auckland N - Constellation Drive/Rosedale - 2 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Auckland N - Papatoetoe - 2 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Auckland Inner SW - Mt Albert - 5 vet emergency centre
- North Island - Auckland E - Howick - 3 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Auckland S - Mangere - 10 vet small animal shelter vet
- North Island - Auckland S - Greenlane - 3 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Waikato - Ngaruawahia/Huntly - mixed group practice, small animal only position
- North Island - Waikato - Hamilton - 5 vet mixed/exotics/zoo practice
- North Island - Waikato - Raglan - 5 vet mixed practice, beef & sheep veterinarian
- North Island - Waikato - Morrinsville - 50 vet mixed practice group, mixed / dairy postion
- North Island - Waikato - Matamata - 50 vet mixed group practice, Dairy focus
- North Island - Waikato - Matamata - mixed practice 3 vet small animal team, small animal vacancy
- North Island - Bay of Plenty - Tauranga - 3 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Gisborne - 3 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Taupo - 11 vet equine practice, new clinic
- North Island - Whanganui - 4 vet mainly small animal practice
- North Island - Palmerston North - Massey University - small animal Rotating Internship
- North Island - Wellington - Lower Hutt - 7 vet small animal group practice, Specialist Surgeon
- South Island - North Canterbury - Culverden - 5 vet mixed practice, Dairy Vet
- South Island - Waimakariri District - Rangiora - 3 vet small animal group practice
- South Island - Christchurch - 6 vet small animal group practice
- South Island - Christchurch - 6 vet small animal practice
- South Island - Christchurch - 5 vet small animal practice, casual/part time/locum
- South Island - Christchurch - small animal practice for sale
- South Island - Christchurch SW - Rolleston - 3 vet mixed practice
- South Island - Canterbury - Methven - 7 vet mixed practice
- South Island - Canterbury - Waimate - 7 vet mixed practice
- South Island - Central Otago - Ranfurly - 30 vet mixed group practice
- South Island - South Otago - large mixed practice, mixed or dairy focussed vacancy
- South Island - ANZCO Foods - Industry vacancy - herd health veterinarian
MATAMATA, WAIKATO REGION - SMALL ANIMAL
Companion Animal Veterinarian - Full or Part Time
We have an exciting opportunity for a companion animal veterinarian to join our team. MVS is a privately owned practice with separate equine, dairy and small animal departments situated in the heart of the mighty Waikato.
The MVS small animal team:
You will be joining 3 other experienced (10 years+) CA veterinarians, and 6 fully qualified NZVNA accredited nurses, who make up a friendly supportive team. A culture of quality service to the client, dedicated care of the patient and teamwork exists in our practice.
The small animal clinic is modern and well equipped with excellent surgical facilities, including but not limited to; an in house IDEXX lab, digital radiography, MyLAB ultrasound machine, endoscopy, an IM3 dental cart and is NZVA Best Practice accredited.
Please click here to see photos!
About the role:
- Our busy growing department requires a full time CA veterinarian, we would also consider two part-time veterinarians to cover this position.
- We require a veterinarian comfortable with routine small animal medicine and surgery, with excellent interpersonal skills and committed to providing a high standard of care.
- There is an afterhours component currently shared 1:4, managed to promote work-life balance, with time in lieu after weekend on call. Nurse support on AH.
- Ideally, we would like someone with two or more years’ experience. However new or recent graduates with exceptional communication skills, and appropriate clinical strengths, are welcome to apply.
What we can offer:
- Competitive renumeration package based on experience and taking into consideration the AH component.
- Excellent CPD opportunities and support
- Opportunity to develop and grow special interests into larger business units
- Opportunity for involvement in practice management and longer-term business interests.
- A caring, supportive, experienced team that works together to provide a high standard of care, with an engaged leadership team.
- A family friendly environment structured to help manage work- life balance
Matamata is a rapidly growing vibrant town, which has a great community spirit and is very family friendly. With easy access to the outdoors, it is less than an hour to Hamilton, Tauranga and Rotorua, which gives you the best of both worlds with no traffic.
If you have more questions or would like to organize a confidential chat, then contact or forward CV via email susan@matavet.co.nz
See our website http://www.matamatavets.co.nz/
Back to topRAGLAN, WAIKATO - SHEEP & BEEF VETERINARIAN
Sheep and Beef Veterinarian – Raglan
Values and people driven business
Be a part of a supportive and fun team
Grow your Sheep and Beef career in a stunning lifestyle location
Our Values: Think Team, Do the right thing, Challenge, Commit and Deliver
Join Anexa Veterinary Services in a Sheep and Beef role in a location you won’t be able to resist. If you love fish and chips on the beach, coffee on the wharf, surfing or fishing, then Anexa Vets Raglan is for you.
About us
Anexa Veterinary Services has 12 Veterinary clinics across the Waikato and Hauraki Plains providing services to family pets, and both dairy and drystock farmers. Each of our clinics is unique but at Anexa we are one team.
About the clinic and the team
Our Raglan clinic is mixed practice and based in the heart of a thriving beach town just a short 35-minute drive west of Hamilton’s City Centre. All you need to do is Google “Raglan NZ” and you won’t look back. The Raglan team is tight-knit, supportive and fun. They pride themselves on client and community focus in all that they do.
About you
You will be an experienced Sheep and Beef Veterinarian (preferably 3+ years’ experience). While not essential, it would be beneficial to have some experience in dairy and companion animals, due to Raglan being mixed practice.
You will be looking for an opportunity to grow your skills in a collaborative environment, make the most of our CPD opportunities, have a willingness to learn and lead others in our diverse business.
About the role
This is a Sheep and Beef focused role allowing you to have engagement and specialisation in your work, along with leading other veterinarians in this area. Our long-standing sheep and beef clients provide rewarding relationships and job satisfaction.
We also have a great group of forward-thinking, proactive, clients in the dairy space too, which ensures a rewarding client vet partnership where you get to make a real difference across the board. Orthopaedics, ultrasound and preventative diagnostics are just a few of the things our companion and mixed practice vets in Raglan find themselves involved in with our Companion Animal clients as well.
This role provides plenty of scope for professional development, as well as the opportunity to really carve out your niche in this fantastic little community. This will be a coveted role as it doesn’t come up very often.
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Get in touch
To find out more about what this role could look like for you and how we can work together, please get in touch, we’re keen to talk.
If you have something else in mind, we would still love to hear from you to see if we are the right fit for you and your Veterinarian career.
We want to make your veterinary goals a reality, while having fun and enjoying the Anexa team culture along the way. Email Tennielle Ellingham at recruitment@anexa.co.nz, with a brief outline of your veterinary experience, some of your career goals and your ideal working arrangement and we will get in touch!
We are also open to tours and trial shifts so you can get to know the team and our wonderful communities across the Waikato and Hauraki Plains. If this is something you would like to do, please express your interest to Tennielle, and we are happy to make these arrangements. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
You can also visit our website to find out more about us and to submit an application here: https://anexa.co.nz/jobs/veterinarian/
GISBORNE - SMALL ANIMALS
Companion Animal Veterinarian - Gisborne
We are looking for a companion animal vet to join our clinic in sunny Gisborne.
VetEnt Gisborne is a growing small animal practice with 3 veterinarians supported by a great nursing and front of house team. We enjoy a spacious and fully equipped clinic that is cat friendly accredited.
We all work together to build strong relationships with our clients and their pets, and to provide the best experience and care for them while having fun at work.
We are looking for a 4th vet to join our team; ideally you would be a vet with at least 3 years’ experience, who has an engaging and confident approach. We want to fill a position for 30-40 hours a week, depending on what suits you. If you have a certain area of clinical or surgical interest, then there are opportunities to develop that further. You would be part of an afterhours roster shared with another clinic in town and once a month you would run a 9-12 Saturday clinic.
Gisborne is a fast-growing region known for its wineries and surf beaches and has a rich cultural history. It’s a great place for families and keen outdoor enthusiasts. If you are an overseas applicant, this is a great opportunity to enjoy the New Zealand lifestyle.
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Veterinary Enterprises Group (VetEnt) is New Zealand's largest veterinary business, with 22 vet clinics across the country. With the support of over 85 VetEnt vets nationwide, you will have access to mentoring and training as part of a company that has a strong focus on excellence and innovation.
We offer a welcoming and fun team to work with alongside attractive remuneration (including professional registration fees and assistance with relocation) and continuing education options.
Has your time come?
If you feel you are the right person to join our team, please email your CV to careers@vetent.co.nz.
More information about VetEnt can be found at www.vetent.co.nz
WAIMATE, CANTERBURY REGION - MIXED
WAIMATE, SOUTH CANTERBURY
Waimate, South Canterbury
Veterinary Centre Ltd
We have an opportunity for a veterinarian to join our Waimate team. We are a successful practice with a culture of excellence, with 9 very approachable veterinary partners, and a huge depth of skill and experience covering all the major farm animal species, as well as an advanced companion animal suite.
What we offer ...
- A mixed rural practice with a strong focus on dairy and significant companion animal work.
- Our practice is heavily involved in maximising the benefits of cow collar technology.
- We are focused on using the advanced skills of senior vets to mentor our younger vets towards a successful future. CPD is actively encouraged within the practice, with many of our vets having their Masters, Memberships, or PhD’s.
- The collegial culture of our Waimate centre with 7 vets, under the direction of partner Ryan Luckman will foster your individual professional development. This includes a formal Year 2-5 Graduate Development Programme.
- You’ll be working in a three year old, well equipped facility with a modern fleet, and an on-call roster of 1:6 for most of the year.
- Our remuneration packages have a reputation for being generous.
The success of our business model ensures we attract great people and look after them well. We can design a package to suit you and open up many future opportunities.
Check out the Waimate Team at https://www.vet111.co.nz/situations-vacant/vet-vacancies
Contact us today to discuss your future!
Veterinary Centre – Waimate
Ryan Luckman (Partner)
128 High Street
Waimate 7924
M. 027 405 2772
E. ryan@vet111.co.nz
0800 VET 111 (0800 838 111) | www.vet111.co.nz
PAPATOETOE, AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL New Position
We are looking for a passionate veterinarian for a part-time or full-time position - apply now!
- Great location within 20 minutes drive to central Auckland
- Full clinical Freedom and Great Clients
- Flexible options for a part-time or full-time position
Our Location
Auckland is a great city to live in where the weather is never too hot or cold. The city boasts of world-class universities and schools besides stunning beaches and is well connected internationally. We are located in Papatoetoe, which is towards the South of Auckland. Papatoetoe is a multicultural suburb and just 10 minutes from the international airport. The clinic is located within close proximity to the 'On" and 'Off' ramp of state highway one, allowing easy access to all parts of Auckland and beyond.
Our Team
We have a very friendly team of fun-loving individuals. We are a two-vet practice. Our vets have a lot of experience under their belts. Our nurses are an amazing support for the veterinarians and try to help with invoicing, setting up an IV drip, X-rays etc. We have a very relaxed family atmosphere at work.
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Why choose us
- We are a non-corporate business, where you are not dictated how to practice. No KPI's/performance targets to worry about. You have the clinical freedom to determine the best practice medicine for your patients.
- We have a very experienced team that has mentored a number of new or recent graduate vets and nurses over the years. Two experienced and friendly vets are ever willing to support new staff members.
- Our vets are doing TTA and other orthopaedic surgeries, BOAS surgeries, big dentistry procedures including exotic dentistry so a lot of opportunities to learn new skills.
- We practice medicine of high quality and pride ourselves in great patient and client care. This has helped us to grow our client base quickly.
- We are just two years old and have a new set up within a spacious building.
- Generous staff discount
- Flexible working schedule
- Well-resourced clinic with new IM3 dental machine, Dental CR set up, Digital DR Xrays, In house blood analyser and more
- Ultrasound support available on-site via mobile vet
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Generous CPD offerings
- No on-call duties and no Public Holidays. After-hours clinic close by. Negotiable weekend roster
- Well-loved practice by the friendly local community
- We run a strict protocol to keep our staff safe during COVID flare-ups. All our staff is fully vaccinated against COVID.
- Plenty of trained veterinary nurses to help you to work efficiently.
- Special interests are supported and encouraged.
- Relocation package available.
The Position
- Part-time to a full-time flexible position.
- Needs One or more years of experience in practice although new or recent graduates are welcome to apply.
- Needs excellent communication skills and empathy in order to build strong relationships with our clients and with your work colleagues.
- Needs a passion to practice veterinary medicine of the highest possible standards.
- Needs a team player who is organised and self-motivated.
- Needs BVSc or equivalent and registration to practice in New Zealand
How to Apply
Please send us your application, including a cover letter and resume, by emailing it to Gaylene at office@petvets.nz
Check out our website: www.petvets.nz
GREENLANE, AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL New Position
We have a vacancy for an experienced small animal vet to join our team from the 10th of January 2022.
Our clinic
Located in the heart of Auckland, we are a best practice accredited companion animal clinic & cattery. Greenlane Vets is a well-respected, independent practice with a lovely and loyal client base. Our clients want us to go above and beyond for their animal family, which allows you the opportunity to work with complex medical cases and to liaise with specialists to provide gold standard care.
You will be joining a team of 3 experienced vets, 5 fully qualified nurses and 2 receptionists. We have a passionate, dedicated team and are proud of the supportive culture that we’ve created. Having a good sense of humour is what keeps our team strong and, as cliché as it sounds, we are very fortunate to have such an amazing team of people. To attest to that fact, we have staff that travel 2 hours to and from work to reach our clinic because of the wonderful environment we have created here.
We are looking for a Veterinarian who is keen to practice to a high standard and wants to pursue a special interest. Along with all the classic bells and whistles that you’d expect, our clinic also has a separate dental suite, endoscope, and high-end ultrasound. Our consultation times are kept at 30 minutes to ensure we can provide the best care possible to our patients. Continuing education is strongly encouraged and supported for all our staff members.
Ideal applicant
This has the flexibility to be a part-time or full-time position. Please note you will be required to work 1 in 4 weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). No after hours or on call work required. We endeavour to make our roster flexible to suit lifestyle and family commitments as required.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to our practice manager Valerie if you have any questions regarding the role; val@greenlanevets.co.nz
CULVERDEN, NORTH OF CHRISTCHURCH - DAIRY VETERINARIAN
Experienced Dairy Veterinarian - Culverden
North Canterbury Vets is a 4 clinic veterinary business located north of Christchurch.
So if you are looking for the best of both worlds with rural and city life, adventure tourism on the doorstep, then this is a perfect location.
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We welcome applications from veterinarians with an interest in working in mixed practice with a strong emphasis in Dairy to apply for the current opportunity based in Culverden, however at times there will be opportunity to provide support in our other 3 Clinics. NCVC currently has a team of 20 Vets, 7 LA Technicians, 3 Animal Health Sales Reps and an ever growing team with Clinical Support. The role offers great prospects for those wishing to further develop their skills.
While this role covers predominantly Dairy, there is ample opportunity (if interested) to focus on Sheep & Beef, CA, Deer, and Equine etc.
What we are looking for in a candidate:-
- Ideally 6 years Dairy experience
- Drive to succeed
- Passion for providing innovative health solutions for NZ farming systems
- Strong interest in lameness, reproduction, mastitis or nutrition
- Excellent communication skills
- Be a Team Player who is prepared to have fun while getting the job done
What we will offer:-
- An attractive salary package which includes Medical Insurance, Kiwisaver, Phone, & fully kitted out Work Vehicle
- Paid NZVA Membership Fees
- Individual Professional Development Plan & healthy CPD budget
- Contribution towards relocation costs
If you are interested, please email your CV and cover letter to elaine@ncvets.co.nz
Elaine McDuff
HR Manager
Ph: 027 534 5835
PALMERSTON NORTH - SMALL ANIMAL - ROTATING INTERNSHIP New Position
Companion Animal Rotating Intern
College of Sciences
Palmerston North
The companion animal rotating internship at Massey University is a 12.5-month clinical program providing advanced clinical training in medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, and other specialities on an elective basis in an AVMA-accredited Companion Animal Teaching Hospital. The program will provide the individual with a strong background in companion animal general, emergency, and speciality practice. The program is designed to qualify the individual for entry into an approved residency program, speciality internship or upskill for general practice.
Under the direct guidance and supervision of senior faculty members, each intern will work in internal medicine, surgery and anaesthesia departments, with the remainder spent in emergency and critical care (both with direct and indirect supervision). During emergency duty, time is spent on day or night time services. Each intern will be responsible for both referral and walk-in emergency cases with the support of the emergency and critical care specialists, emergency doctors as well as other speciality service residents and faculty clinicians on-call. The intern will also be expected to help manage critical cases in the small animal intensive care unit.
Presentation of one 50-minute seminar to an audience of faculty, house officers, and students is required. Participation in a research project and submission of manuscripts to a scientific journal is strongly recommended but not required. Interns are expected to attend weekly one-hour specifically-tailored lectures and participate in journal and book club activities on a regular basis. Additionally, they will present cases, along with residents during the biweekly multidisciplinary rounds. Interns are also expected to participate in the instruction of final year veterinary students.
Interns will be assigned a mentor who provides guidance and serves as a liaison throughout the program. A certificate will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the program.
We are looking for veterinarians who will enjoy the challenge of providing advanced diagnostic and treatment skills within an exciting, friendly, vibrant hospital environment. New graduates are encouraged to apply. Overseas candidates must be eligible for NZVC registration and New Zealand work visa.
Shortlisting and interviews will be conducted throughout the advertising period.
The closing date is Friday, 17 December 2021. Starting date flexible.
For further details on the position please contact Nick Cave at n.j.cave@massey.ac.nz
Reference number: CS_CAHR_1432_11/21
For further information and to apply online, visit: http://masseyunicareers.nga.net.nz
HAMILTON, WAIKATO - MIXED/EXOTICS/ZOO New Position
Experienced Veterinarian Dairy, Companion, Exotic & Zoo
Passionate about small, large, exotic & zoo animals
Interested in being a part of a team where together we are striving to do amazing things
Enjoy a role where you can make a difference
Proven experience
THEN CONTACT US NOW!
ABOUT US:
We are in the business of looking after our people, our animals and our planet!
Global Veterinary Services (GVS) is seen as a premium practice that strives for excellence, quality service, long term relationships and a great team culture.
Our practice is unique in offering services to perhaps the largest range of clients and species in New Zealand. Giving plenty of opportunity to gain equally unique experiences and skills that will set your career apart from any regular role.
Being situated in one of the most advanced and highest performing dairy regions in the world, dairy work makes up the larger part of our work, and we are very good at meeting the needs of this sector.
Our team is enthusiastic, friendly, and supportive. Due to our success, we have expanded into a new purpose-built clinic and hospital with a newly built satellite clinic supporting it. We have all the usual equipment such as digital x-ray etc and are steadily acquiring more specialized equipment as well.
We are looking for people who desire to be a part of a progressive animal health business. People that are committed to supporting their teammates and continually work towards excellence.
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CHECK US OUT HERE:
https://www.gvs.nz/
WE OFFER:
- A wealth of leading-edge knowledge and practice
- An industry leading workplace
- Support and development opportunities
- Quality equipment
- Specialization opportunities
- A close and supportive team of professionals
- Growth and development opportunities
- A fun and interesting range of clients and work
- Zoo work
We look after our staff, having happy healthy staff means we can provide great service. We offer an attractive range of employee benefits in addition to a competitive salary such as insurance and leave entitlements.
This is a rare opportunity to have access to a wide range of fields and be a part of a great team. We have a collegial atmosphere, working together to get the best from each other and the best for our clients, achieving results we are proud of. We are offering the opportunity for you to help us continue on our journey to be an industry leader, and in return we will give you the opportunity and support to be a great veterinarian.
LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE WAIKATO…
Only a few minutes drive from the vibrant city of Hamilton, an hour away from NZ’s biggest city Auckland, and 50min from the world-class surf break and beach town of Raglan. NZ is famous for its great outdoors and has all of the advantages of a safe and modern society.
CHECK OUT HAMILTON & SOURNDS HERE:
https://www.visithamilton.co.nz/
https://www.waikatonz.com/
YOUR FOCUS WILL BE:
Providing total on farm care for our dairy clients and frontline care for companion animals and exotics. Your ability to interact and engage with our clients is as vital as your commitment to animal welfare.
We are expanding our exotic and companion animal services anything that adds value to this would be a bonus.
YOU WILL HAVE 2+ YEARS OF LARGE OR MIXED PRACTICE EXPERIENCE, AND A QUALIFICATION RECOGNIZED BY THE VETERINARY COUNCIL OF NEW ZEALAND.
The GVS team looks forward to hearing from you!
Applications close 16th January 2021
Send your cover letter & CV to: hr.gvs.nz@gmail.com
Include in your cover letter the answers to these questions:
- Do you have the right to work in New Zealand?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
- What is the difference between an okay and a great role for you?
ROLLESTON, CHRISTCHURCH - MIXED
New Graduate Veterinarian Required
Christchurch, New Zealand
Due to ongoing growth a position has become available for a New Graduate Veterinarian to join our skilled clinical team. We are renown for our exceptionally high standard of patient care, advanced diagnostics, and surgical and medical treatments, in a Veterinary clinic that has been practicing for over 20 years.
Our clinic provides a variety of diagnostic equipment including endoscopy, ultrasound, ECG, radiography, fluoroscopy, and arthroscopy, with access to advanced imaging modalities and linear accelerator radiotherapy.
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The right applicant will have a keen interest in small animal care, medicine, and surgery, be competent in large animal medicine and have passion to develop this part of the business further. We have the expertise and resources to mentor and develop any interest in other species if interests dictate (no dairy).
Preferably applicants should have some experience in small animal practice, but support and in-house training is available.
Professional development is encouraged to provide the best possible standard of care, and some training and development will be provided.
Expressions of interest to:
Nick Page
Rolleston Veterinary Services Ltd.
5 Brookside Road
Rolleston 7614
Canterbury
Email: manager@rollyvets.co.nz
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TAURANGA, BAY OF PLENTY - SMALL ANIMAL
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Small Animal Veterinarian within our friendly Barkes Corner Veterinary Clinic in Tauranga.
What We Can Offer You:
- Flexibility: Ideally this will be a full-time position (30-40 hours per week) but we are open to discuss exact days and hours with you.
- Work/life balance: Only 1:4 weekends
- Generous remuneration + great benefits
- Relocation & visa sponsorship if applicable
- CPD allowance + study leave and access to our very own Veterinary training centre
About Us:
Barkes Corner Veterinary Clinic is a spacious, well equipped and purpose-built veterinary hospital.
Our friendly team are passionate about healing, rehabilitating and protecting animals from illness, injury and pain. We have a range of quality facilities allowing us to provide medical, surgical, dental and emergency care to our patients.
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We have the hospital facilities & equipment to provide a wide range of services and we are well known for supporting the special interests of our vets. We have lots of toys allowing us to work across the following areas and more;
- Soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries
- Penn HIP
- Small Mammals/Exotic Species
- Dentistry (including X-ray)
- Ultrasound
- Full lab workup
You will be joining a strong and supportive team who enjoy working together and love what they do.
Not in Tauranga but thinking of relocating? With Summer fast approaching there isn’t a better place to be in New Zealand! Tauranga offers an excellent lifestyle with sunshine, beaches and a growing metropolitan hub, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Let’s talk about how we can support you in your move to join our team at Barkes Corner in Tauranga. Relocation support, and Visa support is available if required for eligible applicants.
Apply online or for further information email Erin Murphy – erin.murphy@vet.partners
NGARUAWAHIA/HUNTLY, WAIKATO - SMALL ANIMAL POSITION IN MIXED PRACTICE
Companion Animal Veterinarian – Huntly/Ngaruawahia
Looking for a new challenge and a place to make your mark? This is the role for you!
- Develop your Companion Animal Career as part of a fun and supportive team
- Work in our Brand-New Veterinary Hospital
Our Values: Think Team, Do the right thing, Challenge, Commit and Deliver
Join our hardworking, passionate, and caring Ngaruawahia and Huntly teams in this full time Companion Animal Veterinarian role.
About us
Anexa Veterinary Services has 12 veterinary clinics across the Waikato and Hauraki Plains providing services to family pets, and both dairy and drystock farmers. Each of our clinics is unique but at Anexa we are one team.
As an employee of Anexa, you will be part of a values driven, fun and supportive team, receive many staff benefits, including generous staff discounts and family fun days.
With a highly skilled team of Vets, Vet Nurses and support staff as well as our world class research division Cognosco, you will be well supported and have access to the best collegial support and professional development.
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About the role
Due to significant growth in our small animal business across the Huntly and Ngaruawahia clinics we are looking for a Companion Animal Veterinarian to join our team.
You will be responsible for ensuring a high standard of patient care, participating in wider companion animal working groups to facilitate continuous improvement and driving revenue through increased throughput.
The successful applicant has the potential to work across both teams. We are excited that our Ngaruawahia clinic is brand new, purpose built and opening early this year. This veterinary hospital will service these areas large, Companion Animal and Production Animal Client bases. Our Huntly Clinic is spacious and well equipped for our Companion Animal team. Both our Ngaruawahia and Huntly clinics are fast paced and rewarding clinics to work in.
About the team
Our team is community focused and committed to growing services offered to our companion animal clients. We are a fun and supportive bunch who enjoy having a laugh at work and we have each other’s backs. We pride ourselves on great customer service and building strong relationships with clients and the wider Anexa team. We are organised and proactive and as part of the wider Anexa Group we value evidence-based animal health outcomes, continuous professional development and collaboration with colleagues, industry groups, clients, and our community.
About you
You will be committed to providing a high level of patient and client care. Your clinical abilities will be well established with up-to-date knowledge and experience in a wide variety of small animal care services. You will be positive person who brings your best self to work and values good team culture. You will have great communication skills and initiative with good time management habits.
Get in touch
To find out more about what this role could look like for you and how we can work together, please get in touch, we’re keen to talk.
If you have something else in mind, we would still love to hear from you to see if we are the right fit for you and your Veterinarian career.
We want to make your veterinary goals a reality, while having fun and enjoying the Anexa team culture along the way. Email Tennielle Ellingham at recruitment@anexa.co.nz, with a brief outline of your veterinary experience, some of your career goals and your ideal working arrangement and we will get in touch!
We are also open to tours and trial shifts so you can get to know the team and our wonderful communities across the Waikato and Hauraki Plains. If this is something you would like to do, please express your interest to Tennielle, and we are happy to make these arrangements. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
You can also visit our website to find out more about us and to submit an application here: https://anexa.co.nz/jobs/veterinarian/
CHRISTCHURCH - SMALL ANIMAL LOCUM / CASUAL
Small Animal Part-time Vet for 2-3 days per week
We are looking for a kind, empathetic and friendly small animal veterinarian to join our busy and growing five veterinarian, small animal practice in the Selwyn district just outside Christchurch.
After-hours are none to minimal as we are part of the Christchurch Afterhours Clinic.
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If you are interested or require any further information, please send a cover letter with your CV to Yolande.
Yolande 021 048 0598
yolande@selwynvet.com
AUCKLAND - HOWICK - SMALL ANIMALS New Position
100% Companion Animal Vet Opportunity for 2022
Are you a vet with a passion for surgery, a desire to practice excellent internal medicine and would like the chance to work in a Covid healthy clinic with great support and a willing and able client base?
Are you looking to get out of a corporate environment and want to work in a truly independent practice, where your vet voice is heard and you can be a contributing part of the clinical team?
We have a position available early 2022 due to one of our vets relocating. This job would ideally suit a veterinarian with at least a few years experience who wants a full time commitment with generous time and holiday allowances.
Sommerville Vets is a well equipped practice in a purpose-built hospital. We have digital radiography (including dental), Idexx in-house lab facilities, ultrasound, dedicated dental suite and excellent surgical theatre and we have a high ratio of experienced nurses to vets. We are 100% independently owned and operated and have an association with a network of similar independent practices.
Remuneration will be very competitive, specialities and CE are encouraged so if this sounds like a position you are interested in then please contact us in confidence to find out more.
For more information about our clinic please see our website: sommervillevets.co.nz
Please contact:
Angela Talbert (Practice manager)
E-mail: Angela@vetvetvet.co.nz
Phone: 09 537 0111
MANGERE, SOUTH AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL SHELTER New Position
Location: SPCA Auckland Centre, Mangere
Contract: Permanent Full Time (part-time will be considered)
Hours: 8.00am- 4.30pm, 5 rostered days per week plus two weekend days a month
We are looking for a fully qualified and friendly veterinarian to join the SPCA Auckland Veterinary Hospital. While experience is desirable, recent graduates may be considered if they are the right fit for the role, as collegial and professional support and mentoring will be provided.
Vets at the village are supported by qualified nurses along with multiple assistants and volunteers. The SPCA handles thousands of animals per year and the opportunity for education and experience is limitless. The hospital is equipped with all the daily functioning equipment along with digital full body and dental x-ray, dental machine, IV fluid pumps, aesthetic monitoring equipment, Mindray ultrasound machine, Panoptic ophthalmoscope and full surgical suite.
The successful candidate would need to be confident with routine surgery and medicine. Flexibility in regard to key work focus or preferences can be considered, such as a high surgery workload if desired, including orthopaedic surgery. You will need to be comfortable working with nursing staff and have the ability to work with several different groups within the SPCA Village.
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Benefits include:
- Working directly with the animals for the animals
- Minimal weekend shifts may be required which means more weekends off to enjoy family time and all stunning New Zealand has to offer!
- Normal business hours and regular breaks, no after hours
- Great learning opportunity with staff who have years of experience working in animal welfare
- Opportunity to work with a devoted team whose core values are about reducing suffering and improving the welfare of the abandoned animals in need. We have a young, motivated and progressive team of vets and nurses willing to embrace change
- Work with a team of people who love to share their knowledge and experience, supportive staff with a great sense of humour
- Great CPD benefits to encourage and assist vets with learning opportunities and study
- Flexibility for the right applicant will be considered in regard to hours and getting the right fit for the right person
SPCA is one of the best loved and most respected charities in New Zealand, with a proud history of helping animals in need since 1872. SPCA Auckland cares for animals that have been lost, abandoned, injured, or abused.
If you are interested in a role where no two days are the same, and the work you do every day makes a difference to the lives of animals in need, we want to hear from you!
Please apply now with your CV and cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your skills match the criteria, here: https://spca.qjumpersjobs.co/jobs/details/Veterinarian-1051134
If you would like further information, or would just like to have a confidential chat, please contact Aoife Cannon (Head Veterinarian) via email, aoife.cannon@spca.nz
Applications close on 3 December 2021.
SOUTH OTAGO - PRODUCTION OR MIXED ANIMAL VET
Production or Mixed Animal Vet
Clinical farm work with a truly mixed species workload or a dairy focussed position
Do you like the convenience of a city, but you are keen to be part of a rural practice? Our Milton clinic is a commutable distance to the “mighty DUNNERS”. Excellent schooling, rugby, sport, art, culture, food, architecture and the waves at Brighton are all on offer.
South Otago is genuine “heartland” New Zealand – safe, relaxed, friendly. Our farms are situated amongst some of the best scenery in NZ; The Catlins Coast, Central Otago, Dunedin, Queenstown, Wanaka, Fiordland are on our back doorstep.
- Wide range of experienced and developing vets in all areas & practice.
- Locally owned Vet Club, not corporate
- Options for progression into practice
management
- Family-friendly employer
- Opportunity to develop your skills in the areas
you enjoy.
- Position is flexible
- 1 in 8 afterhours roster (Spring 1 in 4)
www.cluthavets.co.nz and https://www.cluthavets.co.nz/situations-vacant.html
Please click here to see photos!
Any enquiries please contact:
Annie Jackson 027 4825 282 | Jason Darwen 027 2791 550 | Steve Butler 027 5770 078 | Hamish Moore 027 4182 113
CHRISTCHURCH - SMALL ANIMALS
"Providing Lifelong Service, Expertise and Compassion"
We have an exciting part-time opportunity for an enthusiastic clinician to join our highly regarded and experienced team.
We pride ourselves on providing outstanding pet care services in our well-established companion animal practice on the outskirts of Christchurch.
This opportunity is due to one of our veterinarians returning home to Ireland after her initial trial six-month locum became over two years!
We are a busy clinic of six veterinarians each with complementary areas of special interest, seven skilled and qualified nurses and a friendly and efficient administration team.
Our premises are purpose built, well managed and contain a comprehensive arsenal of up-to-date equipment. This includes the IDEXX in-house laboratory suite & SediVue, iM3 dentistry with radiography & Vet-tome, various orthopaedic kits (AO and ESF systems), ultrasound and digital radiography, endoscopes, ECG, tonopen, a range of monitors, fluid pumps and warmers, syringe pumps, and Smartflow patient management.
We support a genuine work life balance – limited After hours cover, as we are a member of the Christchurch After-hours Clinic. One weekday off each week, shared weekend work – Saturday only! We encourage all staff to pursue professional development both in-house and externally. Plus, an extensive range of benefits, subscriptions, and real collegial support.
We are an integral part of our local community because our staff strive to form exceptional client relationships and always ensure that patient care is paramount.
The ideal candidate will be a dedicated team player, be proficient in general surgery and confident with everyday consultations, be willing to provide and receive support from other staff and provide exceptional patient care.
An enjoyment of home baking would be useful together with a good sense of humour!
Please see our website www.hornbyvet.co.nz, ‘clinic tour’ 
and Facebook page 
for more about us.
If you would like to join a growing practice with a great team environment, please get in contact for a confidential chat or send a covering letter and curriculum vitae and where possible authorised referee contact details.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Hornby Veterinary Centre - Vet Position
Attn Julie Gray
7 Tower Street
Christchurch 8042
03 349 5311
admin@hornbyvet.co.nz
MT ALBERT, INNER SOUTH-WEST AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL/EMERGENCY
Before I tell you about our clinic and everything you read in ordinary adverts, you should know some things about our team.
We strive to remember why we are in this profession to begin with, so our team is happy with this choice of work and enjoys what they do for a profession.
We support each other to learn and grow with continuous up-skilling and education, reviewing cases together and making time to discuss how we can improve our quality of care.
We think the well-being of our staff is as important as the medical care we provide to our patients. We focus on work-life balance and being there for each other through the good and the hard days.
Being a part of a 24/7 specialist and emergency clinic will bring new challenges and opportunities for you, with diverse cases that bring unique experiences and insights into exceptional veterinary care there is a lot of room to grow and develop.
While we don't require crossover between nights/days (unless wanted), we expect our team to respect and value our facility's day and night departments. Having good communication skills is essential for the synergy of the clinic.
If this sounds like the kind of practice you want to work at, we’re looking for part time and full-time staff.
Competitive compensation package provided including continuing education support with a yearly CPD allowance, weekly journal club meetings, as well as VIN and applicable memberships are included.
Sponsorship for overseas staff is possible. New graduates are welcome to apply; a mentored introduction to our practice is already in place for new staff members with minimal experience. Though we currently have facilities in Mt Albert, Sylvia Park and Christchurch. We are seeking to fill roles at our Mt Albert site.
Please send interest or CV to Shalsee Vigeant at aecoffice@animalemergency.co.nz
TAUPO - EQUINE New Position
Waikato Equine Veterinary Centre - Taupo , New Zealand
Ever fancied a move to New Zealand? We have an excellent opportunity for a motivated equine veterinarian. The position will primarily be providing ambulatory care to sport and pleasure horses with support from a well-equipped and modern hospital. The job would suit an equine veterinarian with some experience or it could be tailored to suit a young vet with technical proficiency and confidence, that has completed an internship and is looking to expand their skills and career further. The successful applicant will be expected to service all aspects of equine veterinary care. An interest in lameness and musculoskeletal issues would be beneficial. Ongoing professional development will be encouraged both internally in the business, and with formal continuing education.
The opportunity is in a new branch of the practice. Located in Lake Taupo; it is a stunningly beautiful part of the North Island with access to all the outdoor pursuits and opportunities that you associate with New Zealand. You will have primary case responsibility and work in conjunction with an experienced colleague with access to good equipment and resources. There will be additional support from our primary referral centre. Waikato Equine Veterinary Centre is non-corporate, modern referral hospital offering full surgical, medical and reproductive services with a two surgical specialists and a team of 12 equine veterinarians.
This is a great chance to be part of something exciting at its inception. A chance to expand your knowledge and skills in a collegial environment. A chance to take responsibility of your patients care whilst receiving good support and to make the most of one of the most beautiful parts of the world in your free time.
The salary package will be commensurate on experience and include a car, mobile phone, 4 weeks annual leave, annual public holidays ( 10 days per year), annual continuing education and professional indemnity insurance and registration.
Enquires for further details and information are welcome - Keelin MacDonald (keelin@wevc.co.nz) - and to apply please send a covering letter and CV to the same contact address.
For more information, see www.wevc.co.nz and
MATAMATA, WAIKATO REGION - MIXED - DAIRY FOCUS
Animal Health Centre Waikato Inc
Largies/Mixed Practice Veterinarian – Matamata
- Develop your Mixed Practice or Largies Veterinary Career as part of a fun and supportive team
- Based in the heart of Matamata, this location has something for everyone
- Overseas based applicants welcome to apply
Our Values: Think Team, Do the right thing, Challenge, Commit and Deliver
We are looking for an experienced (preferably 3 years +) Production Animal/Mixed Practice Veterinarian, with a strong dairy focus to join our dedicated team.
About us
Anexa Veterinary Services is a Vet Club, established in 1923 by an innovative group of farmers. Today, we have over 50 Veterinarians based across 12 clinics throughout the Waikato and Hauraki Plains providing clinical care to both production and companion animals. We work in strong team units at clinic level while always having the opportunity to contribute to and gain experience from the wider team. Each one of our clinics is unique but at Anexa we are one team. Animal health is at our core.
About the role
This is a Production Animal or Mixed Practice role with a heavy dairy focus. You will be working alongside famer clients in individual animal medicine, herd health prevention and management, biosecurity, and animal welfare support. You will be utilising our internal lab and diagnostic capabilities to support good decision making on farm. Understanding farm systems is a priority for Anexa and in this role you will be supported in developing your knowledge in this area.
About you
You will be a Production Animal or Mixed Practice Veterinarian who is driven to find good animal health solutions for your clients working in partnership with them, their teams and the wider Anexa business. You will be a positive person who brings your best self to work and values good team culture. You will have great communication skills and initiative with good time management habits.
About the team
We are a fun and supportive team who enjoy having a laugh at work and have each other’s backs. We pride ourselves on great customer service and building strong relationships with clients and the wider Anexa team. We are organised and proactive and as part of the wider Anexa Group we value evidence-based animal health outcomes, continuous professional development and collaboration with colleagues, industry groups, clients and our community.
Working alongside the vets and technicians in Cognosco, our internationally recognised research division, ensures our farm clients’ needs are being met with innovative and sustainable animal health solutions.
We are based in the heart of Matamata town and can’t wait for our next member to join us in supporting our community’s farming and pet needs.
About the location
This is a terrific opportunity in a location the boasts the benefits of both Production Animal and Mixed Practice development and a great lifestyle. Matamata is a busy town, home to Hobbiton and amazing bush walks. It is a stone’s throw from many lakes if water sports are your thing and is just a drive over the hill to Tauranga’s beautiful beaches.
Get in touch
To find out more about what this role or any of our other employment opportunities could look like for you and how we can work together, please get in touch, we’re keen to talk .
Email Tennielle Ellingham at recruitment@anexa.co.nz, with a brief outline of your veterinary experience, some of your career goals and your ideal working arrangement and we will get in touch!
For more information about us, please visit https://anexa.co.nz/
RANGIORA, WAIMAKARIRI DISTRICT - SMALL ANIMAL
Companion Animal Veterinarian - Rangiora (2 positions, part time or fulltime opportunities)
We are seeking experienced CA veterinarians to join our Rangiora team. You will have at least two years’ experience in a veterinary practice and will have proven yourself to be a collegial and capable team player who enjoys working in a busy environment and who can relate well with a range of clients. Working in a small team, you will have the confidence and capability to work as the sole veterinarian in the clinic (although colleagues from our other clinics are only a phone call away).
Rangiora is a perfect location for anyone who wants the best of both worlds. A short drive to Christchurch, yet far enough away from the hustle and bustle, Rangiora is a vibrant town with countless outdoor recreational activities on its doorstep. With good schools and childcare facilities, it is an ideal spot for families and professional people of all ages.
VetEnt is one of New Zealand’s largest veterinary groups, and we’re all united by our passion for animal care. You will have access to the latest technology in a well-equipped practice and benefit from our networks and support structures across the country, meaning you have the benefit of a wider team, a network of supportive and collaborative vets all over New Zealand, while being supported to grow your own part of the business.
Our Rangiora clinic is a fully equipped general practice clinic with everything you would expect, including ultrasound, in-house pathology, dental x-ray. The clinic also supports our Pet First Wellness preventative healthcare programme (https://petfirstwellness.co.nz/). We also have a capable nurses and friendly, helpful support staff. Being close to Christchurch our vets enjoy limited on-call demand throughout the year.
Working alongside our other vets and independently, your days are varied and fun. Our passionate team will go above and beyond to provide the best care and service to client and patient alike, so if you share a similar drive and values, come work for us!
If this ticks your boxes, and you meet the conditions of the Veterinary Council of New Zealand, we would love to hear from you! Call Brett Pope on 027 6156762, if you wish to discuss the role further or apply today by emailing careers@vetent.co.nz .
AUCKLAND NORTH SHORE - SMALL ANIMALS
PETstock VET Constellation Drive/Rosedale is hiring!
Part Time Veterinarian | Constellation Drive, Auckland | Relocation Support
- Financial Relocation support from anywhere in New Zealand or Australia
- Chance to experience a veterinary corporate with a difference in a clinic with a local feel
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Part Time Vet with our Constellation Drive, Auckland clinic… This is a great opportunity to have a real impact on our success and grow your career.
We are a corporate with a difference…our people are at the heart of all we do! PETstock VET is co-located with PETstock and this means that you will be a part of a diverse team of vets, nurses, groomers, and retail team members. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality animal care that is accompanied by the highest quality pet food, accessories, and pet services.
With us, you will have the opportunity to practice independently in your clinic with an experienced team with the benefits and support that a corporate can offer. As an organisation, we are committed to your development and you will have the opportunity to access ongoing training, attend an annual conference, progress your career with several pathways including practice partnership and other leadership roles.
The Position – our ideal candidate
One fabulous veterinarian for a fun, team oriented small animal clinic in Rosedale, North Shore. Ideally 2+ years of experience and a passion for practicing high quality medicine as our clients are very motivated to pursue work up and diagnostics.
For us we would love someone who agrees with the clinic values and wants to work as part of a progressive modern clinic offering gold standard care.
This is a Part-time role.
Our Location
Just 15 minutes’ drive from Auckland city centre Albany, Rosedale and the surrounding suburbs are exciting up and coming places to reside! With a substantial shopping and retail zone, 3 movie theatres and the like it’s an exciting place to be!
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Our Team – more like a family
We are a small 2 vet, 3.5 nurse team who pride ourselves on teamwork and communication, with regular team meetings and actively support our staff to grow as individuals.
Our nurses are very competent, and we try to use their skills to enhance the smooth running of the clinic leaving you more time for notes etc.
Why we are different – purpose-built hospital and equipment
The clinic itself is coming up 4 years so all the equipment and facilities are very good with a quality selection of diagnostic and surgical equipment for your use. If you have an area of interest, we would be keen to accommodate this.
Why join our team -
- Generous remuneration - (commensurate with experience)
- CPD budget
- NZVA & VIN membership
- Access to a wide support network with like-minded professionals
- Opportunity for a long term career
- An interesting role where no two days are the same!
- A dynamic and supportive team environment
- Ability to work with local rescue groups and make a real difference!
How to Apply
If this exciting opportunity sounds like the perfect role for you, please forward your application with a cover letter and resume to Darren – PETstock Veterinary Operations Manager – darren.kirk@petstockvet.com.au
We encourage anyone who is interested to come and visit us, and stay for a few hours if you would like to see how we work.
CANTERBURY - MIXED PRACTICE
Mixed Veterinarian
This is a rare opportunity to join our mixed practice located in Methven in the heart of Mid Canterbury along the foothills of the Southern Alps.
We are looking for a well rounded, enthusiastic and dedicated vet who is keen to be part of a friendly, close knit team of professionals. You will ideally have at least 2 to 3 years experience, although we would be happy to consider a new or recent graduate with the right attitude. We will happily offer you all the help, support and encouragement you would need to further your vet career or get you off to a great start!
The position is mixed - you need to enjoy small animal work but also be happy to calve cows in Spring.
We've an experienced team of 7 vets with an average of over 15 years in practice, backed up by an awesome team of admin staff and vet techs.
There's a strong team focus and we work hard to create a fun, relaxed and rewarding work environment, whilst providing the best service and advice for our clients.
Paddock Vets is an established, thriving mixed practice with a strong dairy focus, servicing new, modern and progressive dairy farms in the mid Canterbury area as well as sheep and beef properties up the Rakaia and Ashburton Gorge. We also look after the small animal needs of the Methven Township and surrounding areas. We’ve a great client base with a variety of interesting work.
You will operate out of a purpose built clinic with digital x-ray, in house blood analysis and all the equipment you will require to perform your duties including a vehicle will be provided.
Methven, is just over an hour SW of Christchurch and offers a fantastic lifestyle. It's a friendly town with plenty of social life, cafes, restaurants and bars and sports and activities of all kinds are available on the doorstep from tennis, squash or rugby to skiing and tramping. Methven is also the resort town for the Mt Hutt ski field and there's the new Opuke hot pools to relax in after a hard day at work.
It’s also perfect for families with plenty to do and has great schooling with a primary school and high school located in the town - both with a great reputation.
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We offer a generous salary package depending on experience, and CPD is actively encouraged. The roster is equally shared with no evening or weekend clinics and time off in lieu of weekends worked.
For further information or to place and application please contact
Dr Chris Watson
Paddock Vets
2 Chapman St
Methven
New Zealand
Email: chris.paddockvets@hotmail.com
Tel : +64 3 3028866
Mobile : +64 27 6029945
RANFURLY, CENTRAL OTAGO - FULL TIME MIXED
Ranfurly, Central Otago – Mixed Vet Practice
Ranfurly, Central Otago
Veterinary Centre Ltd
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Vet to join our Ranfurly team in the beautiful expansive plains of the Maniototo.
About Us
The Veterinary Centre Ltd is a successful practice with a culture of excellence in all the 7 clinics that are dotted around the region. The practice employs 30 Vets (including 9 very approachable partners) and an additional 60 supporting staff. There is a huge depth of skill and experience in our vets covering all the major farm animal groups, as well as advanced companion animal depth.
Check out our Ranfurly Clinic on YouTube … https://youtu.be/mzVpe7zR3II
What We Offer ...
- A mixed rural practice with a strong focus on sheep and beef.
- A rewarding high-country community to work with and be part of, in the picturesque Maniototo region.
- A modern, well-equipped facility with a modern fleet.
- A shared on-call roster with a neighbouring clinic that isn’t demanding.
- We offer generous remuneration packages with flexibility to ensure a good work-life balance.
- We have a focus on using the advanced skills of those senior vets to mentor our younger vets towards a successful future.
- Continuing professional development is actively encouraged within the practice, with many of our vets having their Masters, Memberships, or PhD’s.
Maniototo
The Maniototo is one of New Zealand’s unparalleled places – a vast, soulful plain fringed by craggy, tussock-clad hills and sturdy mountain ranges. Big blue skies bask lazily, the shimmering beauty of a starry, black velvet night beguiles. A proud close-knit local community full of characters.
The success of our business model ensures we attract great people and look after them well. We can design a package to suit you and open up many future opportunities.
Contact us today to discuss your future!
Veterinary Centre – Ranfurly
Kevin Kearney BVSc MANZCVS
Veterinary Centre Limited | 311 Thames Street, Oamaru
P. 03 434 5666 | M. 0275 806 135 | E. kevin@vet111.co.nz | www.vet111.co.nz
CHRISTCHURCH - PRACTICE FOR SALE
Small Animal Practice For Sale - Christchurch, New Zealand
An opportunity has become available to purchase a strongly performing, well established veterinary practice due to transitioning to retirement.
Operating for 30 years the practice continues to grow and opportunity to increase that growth rate is easily identifiable.
The practice has an excellent profit margin on an approximately $1.35M plus gst turnover for 1.5 FTE vets over 5.5 days per week.
The clientele are loyal and have a high rate of pet ownership.
As shareholders in the Christchurch Afterhours Vet Centre, afterhours commitments are limited to the occasional back-up support on a roster system with the other shareholder clinics. This affords an excellent work life balance to enjoy all the wonderful opportunities this progressive city has to offer.
New Zealand’s Garden City has been emerging as an exciting metropolitan area with many new facilities and modern, innovative developments following urban regeneration.
Christchurch is close to beaches, mountains (for skiing and tramping), Hanmer Springs, Tekapo and other attractions and there is a bustling hospitality scene.
- The clinic has 2 consult rooms (with heat pumps in each), a cat ward, dog ward, treatment room and surgery, 2 bathrooms, large retail area and plenty of accessible parking. The premises readily lends itself to reconfiguration if so desired.
- The building is 174.26 m2 with an outdoor yard of 64.45m2 giving a total lettable area of 238.71m2.
- The building is available for lease or purchase.
- The practice employs 2 full time and 2 parttime qualified vet nurses and has been run by a husband and wife team, well supported by regular locum vets.
- Overheads are advantageously low.
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We are willing to stay on for a period of time to ensure a smooth transition to the new owner.
If you wish to discuss this opportunity and the financial and other benefits of being self-employed please contact us. All enquiries treated in confidence.
chchvetclinicforsale@gmail.com
(ref 36892 - relisted 6th November)
LOWER HUTT, WELLINGTON - SMALL ANIMAL - SPECIALIST/ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON
Rare opportunity for Specialist Veterinary Surgeon / Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our highly reputable referrals clinic at PetVet Lower Hutt.
- Generous salary package - reflective of your expertise and experience
- Excellent benefits
- No after hours and no Sundays – exact hours/days negotiable
- 2-year-old purpose-built clinic – with top end equipment
- We have a strong local referral base – you’ll have plenty of interesting & complex cases to work on.
About the role
You will join a team of 7 Vets and visiting specialists working from our purpose-built clinic in Lower Hutt, Wellington. Your new workplace is a 400m2 clinic built in 2019 with a spacious ultrasound suite, top end digital radiography, two sterile and one non-sterile theatre. We have a solid reputation for top quality service and a strong referral base from clinics throughout Wellington, the Kapiti Coast and Wairarapa.
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This is a specialist role, we are ideally looking for an Orthopaedic specialist, but a highly experienced Veterinary Surgeon would also be considered.
Our team offer exceptional veterinary care delivered in the form of:
- Visiting Surgery and Imaging Specialists
- An in-house feline medicine specialist, and a referral dental service at our sister clinic.
- Full & Part time Veterinarians experienced in everyday Veterinary care.
- Graduate Veterinarians mentored by our experienced team to ensure sustainability.
- Valued nurses unparalleled in their commitment & expertise.
- A supportive and Efficient Administration team
PETVET Lower Hutt veterinary clinic is based in Wellington, New Zealand, with the capital city only a 15-minute drive away so you can have the best of both worlds! To find out more about this amazing location, please visit https://www.newzealand.com/int/lower-hutt/
What’s on offer
- Generous salary package + excellent benefits
- Opportunity to work across one, or several clinics.
- Access to practical training programs through our purpose-built Veterinary Training Centres
- Generous continuing education allowance and study leave per annum
- Access to one of the strongest networks of veterinary professionals in New Zealand and Australia
- Generous benefits including Health Insurance, Vet Registration and Discounts
- Sponsorship and a Visa for you and your dependants, if applicable
Sounds great! How do I apply?
Apply online or for further information email Erin Murphy – erin.murphy@vet.partners
WHANGANUI, MANAWHATU - MIXED, MAINLY SMALL ANIMAL
VETS on Carlton is seeking a predominantly Companion Animal Veterinarian for a full-time position.
VETS on Carlton is a 4 vet urban practice in a modern, purpose-built, fully equipped clinic in sub-tropical Wanganui.
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Our workload is an almost solely small animal but spiced with a few backyard and lifestyle block livestock patients to keep life interesting. Our practice has a strong involvement in Sports Medicine and in Canine Reproduction.
After-hours is shared equally on a 1 in 10 Rota with our colleagues at Wanganui Veterinary Services so, while this is primarily a SA position, there is an expectation of some proficiency in Production Animal & Equine after-hours emergencies.
Our ideal applicant would:
- Have two or more years of experience in practice although new or recent graduates are welcome to apply.
- Have excellent communication skills and empathy in order to build strong relationships with our clients and with your work colleagues.
- Have a passion for our profession and a “can do” problem-solving attitude.
- Be a team player who is organised and self-motivated, resilient and willing to take themselves to new heights.
- Must be (or be eligible to be) registered with Veterinary Council of New Zealand.
In return we offer:
- A top remuneration package including vehicle, Professional Registration fees, CPD support and assistance with relocation.
- A well-resourced modern clinic with a full in-house lab, ultrasound, CR radiography, endoscopy and more.
- A top team of support staff all of whom are qualified Veterinary Nurses.
- A “family-like” workplace culture and loads of social and collegial support.
- Special interest areas are supported and encouraged.
The Wanganui region has plenty to offer with a friendly, vibrant, and affordable community, access to the great outdoors, and within easy reach of other centres in the North Island.
To apply please visit our vacancies page on our website www.wgvets.co.nz/vacancies
MORRINSVILLE, WAIKATO - MIXED PRACTICE / DAIRY
- Workplace Flexibility and Diversity
- Growth, Development and Support
- Overseas based applicants welcome to apply
Our Values: Think Team, Do the right thing, Challenge, Commit and Deliver
We are looking for another fantastic Veterinarian to join our growing Vet team within the Mighty Waikato. At Anexa, we take pride in growing our people, we nurture career development, you’ll have the opportunity gain experience from the wider team, and of course we offer full vet support.
We welcome Mixed Practice, Production Animal, Companion Animal and New Graduate Vets to apply. We operate 12 local community based veterinary clinics throughout the Waikato and Hauraki Plains and at Anexa we are one team - we truly want to make sure you are the perfect fit and that we are the perfect fit for you.
We are flexible with regards to hours, days of work, and anything else we can also work in with to help you achieve a career that suits you. We have many part-time and full-time team members with children and valued family commitments, and we embrace being a family-friendly workplace. As a value driven business, these commitments of our staff are so important to us.
What makes Anexa different?
- Proactive Practice Management
- Individually tailored coaching and mentoring development programs
- We are focused on your growth and development for all team members
- Our own Human Resource, Marketing, Information Technology, Event and Sales support staff
- Internationally recognised research division, Cognosco
- Our own internal Laboratory Support team and technicians
- Collaboration through our Anexa Working Groups approach
- Technician Service Support
- Inhouse Herd Health and Advisory staff
- Dedicated Vet Nurse and Customer Service Support
- Tech-savvy Equipment
- Continued Internal and External trainings
- Great social club
- Teamwork, collegiality, fun, passion and results
We want to make your veterinary goals a reality, while having fun and enjoying the Anexa team culture along the way. If we sound like a practice you want to work with, give Tennielle Ellingham a call on 021 800 357 or email tellingham@anexa.co.nz with a brief outline of your veterinary experience, some of your career goals and your ideal working arrangement and Tennielle will be in touch.
We are also open to tours and trial shifts so you can get to know the team and our wonderful communities across the Waikato and Hauraki Plains. If this is something you would like to do, please express your interest to Tennielle, and we are happy to make these arrangements. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
INDUSTRY VACANCY - HERD HEALTH New Position
ANZCO Foods have a newly created opportunity for an experienced Vet to join the business. Reporting to our South Island Grazing Operations Manager, the primary responsibility of this position will be to provide animal veterinary services across the business with a strong focus on herd health and preventative medicine programs, pre-transport certification, reproduction caseload (including obstetrics) and treatments.
We are seeking an enthusiastic professional who is looking for a role slightly different to the usual veterinary practice position.
Key activities will include the following:
- Having a strong focus on herd health and preventative medicine programs while recommending and facilitating improvements and maintenance of standards through engagement with stakeholders
- Stock health, with a view to regularly assess and improve the health of the herd to agreed standards
- Recommending and implementing animal welfare standards and programmes across the farms and feedlot
- Working with herds to meet breeding and production goals
- Advising on preventative health care, nutrition and the care and welfare of animals
- Recommending and facilitating animal treatment plans for all stock classes and ages
- Treating working dogs and horses on farms as required
- Vet certifications as required
- Accurate record keeping on treatments and programs and herds and animal health history
- Developing and recommending strategies to introduce short and long term innovative on-farm practices
- Work with Farm Managers to prevent and treat animal welfare
- Reporting on costs related to treatments and conception rate data and any other reporting requirements
- Having a proactive approach to herd health and recommend and assist with implementations of programs.
- Post- mortem findings and reporting
The qualifications and previous experience required is the following:
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science or relevant qualification
- Be registered with the Veterinary Council of New Zealand
- Have a current Annual Practising Certificate
- Three or more years large animal experience essential dairy herd experience
- Confidence working with large animals
- Ability to effectively communicate across the business
- Ability to build and develop relationships with stakeholders and problem solve
ANZCO Foods is one of New Zealand's largest exporters employing a team of 3,000 staff worldwide. Together we deliver taste, nutrition and wellbeing to the world with products made from New Zealand finest beef and lamb.
We are committed to supporting and developing our people and we offer a competitive remuneration package. If you are motivated, have the skills and experience we require and want to be part of the exciting future of our company then we want to hear from you.
To apply please go to our careers site https://careers.anzcofoods.com/ and enter the job code 9568
DARGAVILLE, NORTHLAND - MIXED New Position
Are you looking for an enjoyable and rewardable working experience that also gives you the time and flexibility to live and experience the world outside of work? We are looking for a fourth veterinarian to join our growing team of vets, nurses, technicians and office personnel.
Situated in Northland, New Zealand, an awesome place to play and work with a subtropical climate, postcard beaches and a friendly relaxed clientele. Sustainable Vets, a recently established mixed practice in New Zealand is growing rapidly and needs more vets.
We have a pathway through New Zealand’s closed border and know the current system for international applicants with a minimum of 3 years’ experience. We will help with moving costs including New Zealand’s managed isolation and quarantine process and sort out other logistics such as accommodation.
We have a strong team focus, recognising that our people are our greatest asset. Being a vet should be a challenging and enjoyable experience, we can provide you with opportunities to develop your interests. We work hard at keeping the team passionate and enthusiastic about what they do.
All applicants welcome, from new graduates to experienced vets, vets currently in New Zealand or overseas.
To learn more or discuss this opportunity Phone Graeme Ewenson (0064)027 439 5443
Email Graeme@sustainablevets.co.nz
ST ALBANS, CHRISTCHURCH - SMALL ANIMAL New Position
OurVets St Albans has a great opportunity for a Small Animal Veterinarian with 2+ years of experience to join our friendly team in Christchurch.
What We Can Offer You:
Work/Life Balance
- Flexibility – We believe in a healthy work/life balance and are open to discuss what days/hours work for you
- No regular after hours or on call – we are part of a backup roster called upon for cover approximately 3-4 time per year
- Only 1:4 weekends & no public holidays
Supportive team culture
- Supportive Multi-Vet team (you’ll be the 4th Vet)
- Large team of skilled nurses & support staff
- Fun, friendly, supportive team with a great culture
The perks
- Generous remuneration + great benefits
- Relocation & visa sponsorship if applicable
- CPD allowance + study leave and access to our very own Veterinary training centre
About the clinic
Our goal at Ourvets St Albans is to create an environment for veterinary professionals in which you can thrive and continue to provide best standards of care for your patients as well as develop great relationship with the pet owners.
- Our primary focus is to promote veterinary excellence through preventative medicine alongside our “Best for Pet” membership program.
- In our well-equipped central clinic, you will have access to in-house laboratory, digital X-ray, quality ultrasound, CT scan and emergency and critical care equipment. This enables us to manage more challenging clinical cases.
- We enjoy a close working relationship with local referral practices.
- We pride ourselves on being able to provide flexible working arrangements which comes with working in a bigger team. We understand how important is to have good work life balance, hence no working public holidays and only few “on call” shifts per year.
Want to join us?
Apply online or for further information email Erin Murphy – erin.murphy@vet.partners
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