New Zealand
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Vet Jobs Summary: (please scroll down to see details of all jobs)
- North Island - Auckland NW - Waimauku - group mixed practice, Small Animal only position
- North Island - Auckland N - Rosedale - 2 vet small animal practice, Head Vet, flexible hours
- North Island - Auckland - Waiheke Island - 4 vet practice, mixed or companion animal vacancy
- North Island - Auckland E - Kohimarama - 3 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Auckland SE - Mt Wellington - 18 vet small animal/specialist practice, Emergency position
- North Island - Auckland S - Papatoetoe - 12 vet small animal practice, experienced or new graduate
- North Island - Auckland S - Takanini - 2 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Auckland S - Drury - 2 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Waikato - Hamilton - 6 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Waikato - Hamilton - 1 vet small animal practice
- North Island - Waikato - Hamilton - 2 vet small animal practice, senior or lead vet
- North Island - Waikato - Raglan - 4 vet mixed practice, small animal parental leave cover
- North Island - Hawke's Bay - Napier - 5 vet small animal practice, Lead or Senior position
- North Island - Palmerston North - small animal or mixed practice, Vet or Senior Vet
- North Island - Palmerston North - small animal or mixed practice, Lecturer OR Professional Clinician in Clinical Skills Education
- South Island - Canterbury - Prebbleton - 4.5 vet small animal/equine practice, Equine position
- South Island - Canterbury - Temuka - mixed group practice, small animal only locum ASAP to Mid-October
- South Island - Canterbury - Timaru - new mixed practice
- South Island - Otago - Dunedin - 3 vet small animal practice
ROSEDALE, AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL - HEAD VET
Head Veterinarian
Petstock Vet Constellation Drive
Work in a clinic that has been purpose built and equipped with optimal Veterinary care in mind.
Work alongside a Team that loves coming to work and enjoys making a difference every day.
Job Opportunity:
We are seeking Full or Part time Head veterinarian offering FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS, with aspirations for greater responsibility that is rewarded and recognised financially. Our Leadership and Business Mentorship resources are designed to help experienced associates successfully transition to the next stage in their career and empower already strong leaders be more effective and influential.
The role requires that you:
- Promote excellent clinical skills,
- Build relationships and deliver high customer service standards.
- Maintain the clinics financials,
- Provide support and positivity to your team.
What you can expect:
- $140K Remuneration* package with regular reviews that generously rewards performance. (*dependant on experience)
- No after hours, Public Holidays/ Sundays, or on call roster.
- Flexibility that accommodates your family commitments and clinic requirements
- Unlimited professional development that supports your career goals.
- Business mentorship.
Please click here to see photos!
Some of the Perks
- Paid parental leave.
- Relocation packages for interstate and international veterinarians.
- International VISA sponsorship
- In-clinic VIN membership
- Petstock Group Annual Conference attendance at no cost to you.
- Employee discount across the Petstock Group (Vet, Retail & Grooming).
- Access to the Petstock Group’s Employee Assistance Program (Health & wellbeing support).
Apply now: Petstock Vet Careers to create your profile and apply.
For this position you must hold a relevant Veterinary Science degree from an accredited university and be registered with relevant state Veterinary Board.
If you would like to have a confidential conversation about a career at Petstock Vet contact Vanessa, Recruitment Coordinator - +61 448 172 697 | vanessa.fernandez@petstockvet.com.au
Petstock Vet has established itself as an industry leader with a focus on delivering innovative patient care whilst providing a work environment where our team are valued for the experience & skill set, they bring.
Back to topWAIMAUKU, NORTH-WEST AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL POSITION IN MIXED PRACTICE
VETERINARIAN - Companion Animal
Vets North has 4 clinics covering North-West Auckland. If you love sea, surf and native bush, Waimauku is the area for you!
We have an exceptional opportunity for a companion animal veterinarian to join our team at Waimauku. If you are passionate about helping animals & your community and want to work closer to home in a progressive practice then this may be the opportunity you are looking for.
Vets North operate clinics in Kumeu, Waimauku, Helensville & Silverdale with a loyal & growing client base. We are focused on building strong teams and ensuring staff are valued & enjoy their work environment. Our team is passionate about helping animals & our community. We offer an extensive range of services & have all the up to date equipment you could need including:
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopy
- Digital DR radiography
- For the more challenging cases, we work closely with a consultant orthopaedic surgeon & ultra sonographer
Full time role with no overtime required.
Our clinics are open Monday - Saturday therefore you will be required to join the rotating Saturday roster. Time in lieu is earned for Saturday shifts.
What we are looking for:
- Good range of surgical skills & knowledge
- High standard & quality of care
- Confident, calm style who easily forms relationships with colleagues, clients & their pets
- Excellent communication skills
What We Offer:
- Progressive, friendly & experienced team.
- Proactive supportive mentoring from our SA Senior Vets.
- CPD actively encouraged & funded.
- All memberships are paid for.
- Purpose built clinics with the latest technology & equipment.
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Succession opportunities
- Relocation allowance for overseas candidates
To apply please contact: Anna@vetsnorth.co.nz
TEMUKA, CANTERBURY PLAINS - SMALL ANIMAL LOCUM ASAP to Mid-October
LOCUM CA VETERINARIAN NEEDED
Looking for a companion animal locum opportunity in South Canterbury?
Located in Temuka, 15 minutes from the port town of Timaru, you will be welcomed by our friendly team and well taken care of by our experienced nurses and helpful support staff.
We provide a full range of companion animal services to the local community including routine consults and surgeries. Our clinic is well resourced with all the equipment you would expect to provide a great service to our clients. We have a small, dedicated team of both clinical and support staff, so there are always people at hand to help, give advice and make sure things run smoothly.
Please click here to see photos!
Vetlife Temuka is looking for a locum vet starting as soon as possible until mid October, four to five days per week and a rostered Saturday which allows for plenty of time to explore South Canterbury and the surrounding countryside; mountains, ski, bike tracks, beach, lakes.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact:
Nicola Williams
HR Manager, Vetlife
Nicola.williams@vetlife.co.nz
PALMERSTON NORTH, MANAWATU PLAINS - SMALL ANIMAL New Position
School of Veterinary Science College of Sciences
- Term length: Ongoing
- Hours of work: Full-time
To view academic salary scales, please click here
Tāwharau Ora, the School of Veterinary Sciences at Massey University, Palmerston North, invites applications for a practicing Veterinarian or senior practicing Veterinarian in Community Practice to join the Small Animal Hospital of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Ko wai mātou - About us
Our AVMA-accredited veterinary programme is world-renowned, providing quality, research-led education. The Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) is a state-of-the-art facility, offering New Zealand's most comprehensive veterinary expertise. We are open to the public, offering routine animal health checks, specialist diagnostic procedures and treatments, and a 24/7 Pet Emergency Centre. The veterinary facilities are currently undergoing a major refurbishment, which will ensure Massey remains at the forefront of international veterinary scientific research and teaching and helps meet the growing demand for qualified veterinarians.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi - About this role
This full-time position is part of our Companion Animal Community (first opinion) Practice. The Community Practice Service hosts a mandatory 3-week rotation in wellness, general, and preventive care. This includes medicine, basic dentistry, surgery, and shelter medicine with the goal of exposing final year veterinary students to a high-quality general practice environment. The majority of the caseload is canine and feline, but interest in small mammals is encouraged. The successful candidate must possess a strong commitment to excellence in patient care, service to clients, and clinical teaching, as well as strong leadership and communications skills. This is a clinical role with an emphasis on clinical instruction and patient care in the hospital. Time not assigned to clinical instruction and patient care on clinical rotations will be devoted to classroom/laboratory teaching, scholarship, and service. The Salary Range for this role is at a Practicing/Senior Practicing Veterinarian grade (for 2024), ranging from $81,172-$143,949 (NZD). Salary will be negotiable by background/experience.
Do you have the following?
- A Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent and are you registered (or able to be registered) as a veterinarian in NZ? Your veterinary degree must be from an AVMA-accredited school or one recognised by the New Zealand Veterinary Council to enable full registration in New Zealand as a veterinarian. To check your eligibility? See here
- The drive to upskill and grow or rediscover your passion for helping animals and their owners?
- The flexibility to work on a rotating roster?
- Experience and empathy towards the cultural, emotional and physical state of our clients and patients alike?
- A positive attitude and a passion for teamwork, critical care, and client relations?
- A genuine interest in undergraduate and postgraduate clinical instruction?
- Are you eligible to work in NZ?
There are excellent opportunities for continuing professional development for the successful candidate (e.g. further formal university education or study towards clinical qualifications). Enquiries may be directed to Thomas Odom; t.odom@massey.ac.nz. Applications should be made online at Current Vacancies at Massey University
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and appointments may be made prior to the closing date.
Closing date: 25 August 2024
Reference number: CS_SVS_319_04/24
For further information and to apply online, visit: http://masseyunicareers.nga.net.nz
KOHIMARAMA, AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL
Companion Animal Veterinarian
Kohimarama Veterinary Clinic is in Auckland’s desirable Eastern Suburbs.
We have three full-time veterinarians and a team of qualified nurses and office staff.
We are inviting applications from experienced veterinarians, with at least two years’ experience in companion animal practice but will also consider recent graduates.
The position is full-time and includes shared weekends but no after-hours work.
Kohimarama Veterinary Clinic is a well-equipped modern practice with excellent surgical and dental facilities. Our clients are well-informed and motivated to do the best for their pets, which makes managing cases interesting and challenging.
Excellent peer support is available and we work together as a close team. Continuing education and specialisation are encouraged and supported.
Auckland is one of the world’s most liveable cities and the practice is close to specialist and after-hours clinics. We are looking for a veterinarian who is interested in both medicine and surgery and has excellent communication skills.
We offer an attractive employment package including paid NZVA and Veterinary Council Registration fees, as well as a continuing education allowance.
The position is available from September 2024. If you are interested in working in a progressive, privately owned, modern practice, that practices high-quality medicine, please send your CV and references to: russellt@kohivet.co.nz
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AUCKLAND - TAKANINI - SMALL ANIMALS New Position
Take the next step in your career at Takanini Vet Hospital
- 100% Companion animal
- No after hours
- Long established, recently renovated clinic, with all the toys!
Takanini Vet Hospital is an established and recently renovated 2 vet companion animal clinic in one of the fastest growing areas of beautiful Auckland. We are looking for a vet with 2+ years’ experience to help this growing clinic to meet its potential.
Takanini Vet Hospital is the newest addition to the independently owned Vet Hospital Group. We value friendly and relaxed working environments where staff are supported to practice a high standard of care and take pride in working hard to achieve this! We have 13 clinics situated across all of Auckland and vets with a wide range of interests, skills and qualifications. This position allows for the unique opportunity of working in a local clinic while having the backing, experience, and support of over 30 other vets within the wider group.
We are very focused on providing a supportive work environment for ongoing learning with in-house continuing education as well as a generous CPD allowance and leave. There is also the potential to enter our “advanced practitioner pathway” where additional funding and time off to study can be provided.
This role is ideally 3 days a week with 1 in 4 Saturday mornings but roster flexibility is our superpower! YOU let us know what YOU are looking for in a role and we will aim to tailor your roster to that maximises your work life integration. Part, or full-time options can be available. There is no on call requirement.
Remuneration is based on experience and skillset and will be discussed in more detail upon expression of interest. Your employment package also includes NZ Vet council registration, NZVA membership and generous CPD allowance. For those outside of Auckland- relocation and visa support is available.
For further information and applications please contact in confidence:
Dr Megan Rice
Email: megan@vethospital.co.nz
Phone: +64 21554824
WAIHEKE ISLAND - SMALL ANIMALS OR MIXED New Position
🌟🐾 The Most Pawsome Veterinary Adventure Awaits on Waiheke Island! 🐾🌟
Hey there, Animal Whisperers! Whether you're a fresh-faced graduate or a seasoned vet guru, we’ve got a tail-wagging opportunity that’s just purr-fect for you. Full-time, part-time, or 'I-just-want-to-help-adorable-animals' time, we're flexible like a cat!
🏝️ Dive into Waiheke Island's fur-tastic community and meet our wonderful, pet-loving humans who want nothing but gold medal treatments for their furry family members. Here at Vets on Waiheke, we're not just about tickling tummies and curing ouchies; we're about creating a furr-ever memorable experience!
🚀 Ready to skyrocket both your career and your inner Zen? As Ziglar accredited life coaches, we're all about mindset magic! We're best practice accredited, which means we're not just good, we're the cat's meow! Join our dedicated team, where personal and professional growth isn’t just encouraged, it’s celebrated with confetti cannons!
🌱 Got a special skill or a dream? Let's grow it together! Whether it’s learning to communicate with animals telepathically (okay, maybe not quite) or mastering the art of the perfect belly rub, we're here to support your passions.
🎉 Work shouldn’t feel like chasing your tail in circles. That’s why we have fun-filled socials, team huddles, and brainstorming sessions that are more exciting than a game of fetch! Our Tuesday staff meetings? They’re like family reunions but with less awkward small talk and more wagging tails.
What We're Sniffing Out:
A 'can-do' attitude that makes Lassie look like an amateur.
Mixed practice or small animal vet with the charm to woo both two-legged and four-legged clients.
Great communication skills – think Dr. Dolittle meets Oprah.
A bright spark with ideas fresher than a puppy’s breath.
Someone who can stick to high standards like a dog with a bone, offering exceptional care and attention to detail.
🚑 Get ready for a whirlwind of surgical and medical adventures, after-hours thrills, wellness championing, and potential leadership tail-wagging. Oh, and did we mention we've got housing on the island? Plus, a sign-up/relocation bonus that’ll make you jump higher than a cat on a hot tin roof and a generous CPD/training bonus!
🌈 Your adventure starts NOW! Click here for a sneak peek into your future: Your Adventure Starts Here 
Join us and make every day a tail-wagging, purr-inducing, unforgettable animal adventure!🐶🐱🎉
To apply or find out more information, email steve@vetsonwaiheke.co.nz.
RAGLAN, WAIKATO REGION - MIXED, SMALL ANIMAL ONLY PARENTAL LEAVE COVER New Position
Companion Animal Veterinarian Raglan (Parental Leave cover)
Are you seeking a new challenge, something different and a place to make your mark?
If the answer is YES, this is the role for you!
This is an opportunity to continue your Companion Animal Veterinarian Career, in an amazing beachside setting.
If you love fish and chips on the beach, coffee on the wharf, surfing or fishing, then Anexa Vets Raglan is for you!
About Anexa Vet Services
We have multiple veterinary clinics across the Waikato and Hauraki Plains, providing services to family pets and dairy and drystock farmers. Each clinic is unique, but at Anexa, we are one team.
We pride ourselves on great customer service and building strong relationships with clients and the wider Anexa team. We value evidence-based animal health outcomes, continuous professional development and collaboration with colleagues, industry groups, clients, and our community.
With a highly skilled team of Vets, Vet Nurses and support staff and our world-class research division Cognosco, you will be well supported and have access to the best collegial support and professional development.
Please click here to see photos!
About the role
Our Raglan clinic is a friendly mixed practice clinic and we are looking for a skilled and caring Companion Animal Vet to cover parental leave for 12 months. There is flexibility in this role to work five days per week, four days per week or a nine-day fortnight, depending on what works for you.
Our ideal candidate will play an important role in continuing to meet our high patient, client and team care standards. You will use your experience to provide great clinical care and guidance to our companion animal business in a collaborative work environment with a diverse caseload.
You will also participate in wider Companion Animal working groups across the business to facilitate continuous improvement and drive revenue through increased throughput.
About you
Preferably you will have at least 2 years of experience, and you will be committed to providing a high level of patient and client care and enjoy challenging the “why” to help us continuously improve. Your clinical abilities will be well established with up-to-date knowledge and experience in a wide variety of small animal care services.
To learn more about what this opportunity could look like for you and how we can work together, please get in touch for a confidential chat.
Email us at recruitment@anexa.co.nz with a brief outline of your veterinary experience or you can apply directly via our website https://anexa.co.nz/jobs/companion-animal-veterinarian-raglan-parental-leave-cover/ and we will be in touch.
PALMERSTON NORTH, MANAWATU PLAINS - SMALL ANIMAL OR MIXED New Position
Lecturer OR Professional Clinician in Clinical Skills Education
Are you an experienced veterinarian ready for a change, and enthusiastic about using your clinical knowledge, experience, and technical skills to train the next generation of veterinarians?
OR
Are you currently in veterinary academia and interested in clinical skills education?
Te Whiwhinga mahi - The opportunity
Our undergraduate class size has increased, and we are looking to expand our clinical skills teaching team at Tāwharau Ora - School of Veterinary Science. We have 1FTE available for either a Lecturer or a Professional Clinician in Skills-based education. Check out your future with us.
As the successful applicant, you will teach veterinary students in our brand-new clinical skills laboratory, particularly in simulation-based education, using a range of both low and high-fidelity patient models. You will help students develop their technical skills and clinical acumen in advance of their clinical placements.
In this role, no two days are the same, and creativity is encouraged – you will be drawing on your clinical experience to help create learning scenarios, including homemade models, online learning materials, and interactive simulated patient scenarios. There’s also no on-call!
The salary range spanning both roles is $81,172 - $143,949 (NZD). Salary will be negotiable by background/experience.
Applications must be made via our Massey careers page. For a confidential chat and further information please contact Wendi Roe: w.d.roe@massey.ac.nz.
ROTORUA, NORTH ISLAND - SMALL ANIMAL
COMPANION ANIMAL VETERINARIAN NEEDED
- No after-hours or on call work
- Full-time or part-time
- Permanent or Locum
Short Term Furnished accommodation may be available.
Are you looking for somewhere to work and still have time to play?
Would you love to be part of a relaxed small “family feel” privately owned companion animal veterinary practice?
Can you bake? We do love our gatherings around the morning tea table and a baker would be an excellent addition to the team.
Have a “no problem can-do” attitude?
Do you give 110% to your clients, patients & clinic responsibilities?
Have the dream of living close to lakes, forests, mountains and the ocean?
Ever considered calling Rotorua home? It may smell funny here, but with so much on offer to keep you busy the smell soon becomes a distant memory.
On a slightly more serious note… we are looking for a Companion Animal Veterinarian with a good range of surgical & medical experience to be a part of the antics at Central City Vets.
How to Apply
Interested? Would you like to know more? Flick an email through to Russell at admin@ccvets.co.nz marked "Attention Russell".
TIMARU, SOUTHERN CANTERBURY REGION - MIXED, NEW PRACTICE
MIXED RURAL VETERINARIAN
Timaru, South Canterbury
Who are we looking for?
Our NEW Timaru Clinic is looking for a Mixed Rural Veterinarian.
The practice is growing rapidly, and we are looking for an enthusiastic experienced vet to lead, grow and develop farm services.
Please click here to see photos!
Do you want a workplace that challenges you in a friendly and supportive environment?
The Veterinary Centre has a proven track record of an outstanding level of client service across both companion and large animal production animals. The Veterinary Centre boasts 35 vets over 4 main geographically linked clinics in South Canterbury and North Otago, and this position would be closely supported by our Waimate team. Regular combined team meetings enable a standardised collegial operation.
Do you want to be part of a progressive and innovative team?
The Veterinary Centre works with leading edge technology to provide both companion animals with best care, along with progressive farmers looking to optimise animal health and maximise returns.
Many of our vets have gone on to gain Masters and Memberships in special interests, and additional CPD funds are available if you wish to pursue these goals.
Why move to Timaru?
- Timaru provides all the amenities of a much larger city.
- Airport, high calibre schools, and a major seaport.
- Plenty of leisure and outdoor pursuits on your doorstep.
- Strong public and private hospital systems and associated specialists.
- Great career and employment opportunities for partners in their own field.
- Established networks of other young professionals.
- Timaru City supports a large rural community.
What do we offer?
- Our remuneration packages are generous.
- Full-time employment or part-time to suit.
- Salary range $120-$180k FTE.
- Performance incentives.
- Personal incentives to settle in.
- Modest after-hours roster.
If you think this role is right for you then apply today!
Veterinary Centre
Kevin Kearney - BVSc (dist), MVSc, MANZCVS (Rumin. Nutr.)
311 Thames Street,
Oamaru 9400
Phone 03 434 5666
Email kevin@vet111.co.nz
Visit our website to find out more about us … www.vet111.co.nz
PREBBLETON, SELWYN DISTRICT - EQUINE IN SMALL ANIMAL/EQUINE PRACTICE
Equine Veterinarian – Prebbleton Vet Hospital – New Zealand
Need a lifestyle adjustment?
Prebbleton Veterinary Hospital is looking for an equine vet with minimum of 3 years’ experience preferably with an interest in lameness/performance medicine and dentistry.
Prebbleton is halfway down the East Coast of the South Island, in a growing affluent satellite village on the western flank of Christchurch city, with a wide range of new housing for sale and rent.
Our clientele is varied - racing, sport, and pleasure horses, 90% within 25km of the clinic.
Ski slopes are 90 mins away, 30 mins to the beach or some lovely hill walks and 4-5 hrs from some amazing world class hiking. Christchurch, New Zealand’s 2nd largest city (about the size of Leicester) has good restaurants, theatres, and excellent schools in a compact area.
Our clinic is proudly privately owned, and you would be joining 2 experienced colleagues with a third to return in a year: a specialist equine surgeon visits monthly.
The small animal department has 3 vets and a dedicated nursing staff.
You will be mostly working independently but have backup from your experienced colleagues and vet techs. 85% of the work is ambulatory.
Our vets are an international collection and are all happy to have a chat about the practice and living/working in NZ. We pride ourselves on being part of the local community sponsoring horse events and projects within the village.
- Salary DOE.
- Vehicle for business and private use including fuel.
- Mobile phone for business and private use, including app that connects to PMS.
- Registration and indemnity insurance.
- CPD allowance.
- Shared on call roster.
- Relocation assistance.
Whilst it is a full-time position, we are open to discussion on flexible hours.
4 weeks paid holiday.
https://www.prebbletonvets.com/
If you think this opportunity may be right for you, contact Melissa to apply or discuss the position.
admin@prebbletonvet.co.nz +643 3499946
We look forward to hearing from you 😊
DRURY, SOUTHERN AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL
100% Small Animal with Excellent Work/Life Balance in South Auckland
NO weekends, 4 days per week (or option for Part time), NO afterhours/on call
At Town & Country Vets, based in Drury – Auckland we are looking for Small Animal Veterinarian to join our friendly team.
What is on offer:
- A focus on work-life balance with a 4-day working week – no weekends or after hours
- Generous continuing education allowance (CPD) and study leave
- Generous benefits including Enhanced Paid Parental Leave FREE Access to our Veterinary Training Centre - https://www.veterinarytrainingcentre.co.nz/
- Visa sponsorship and relocation if required
About our clinic & the role:
Town & Country Vet clinic has been offering Small Animal veterinary services to the growing Drury community for 25 years.
- Drury is located in rural South Auckland, giving the benefit of a country lifestyle but only 30 minutes from Downtown Auckland.
- Your day to day will include a blend of both consults & surgeries
- Interesting and varied caseload with a great client base where pets are part of the family
- We are a passionate team who are proud to be a part of the practice we work in.
- Latest IDEXX equipment, Digital and Dental X-Ray machines, Ultrasound machine and Abaxis Vetscan HD Microscope
About you:
- BVSc or equivalent, and registration to practice in New Zealand
- Experienced Small Animal Vet comfortable with some Sole Charge
- A strong team player with great communication skills
For further information, please contact Erin Murphy on erin.trewin@vet.partners for a confidential discussion.
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now'
HAMILTON, WAIKATO - SMALL ANIMALS - SENIOR/LEAD VET
Small Animal Lead or Senior Veterinarian
Due to an internal promotion Pet Doctors Flagstaff is seeking a small animal lead or senior veterinarian with good clinical and people skills to join our supportive and close-knit team in Hamilton.
You might be a senior veterinarian looking for a new challenge or an experienced Lead vet looking for your next career move. Either way, if you’re looking to join a fantastic team environment, we’d love to hear from you. You'll have the option of taking on the Lead role or joining as a Senior Vet in line with your career aspirations.
What’s on offer?
- Negotiable hours: we aim to harmonize with your work-life balance
- Flexible Part time or Full Time - 2 to 4 days per week with limited Weekend rotation
- Competitive remuneration package, aimed to improve upon current wage + benefits
- Generous CPD allowance, paid study leave, regular mentorship and training from other senior vets, encouragement to pursue special interests, free workshops, access to our Veterinary Training Centre
- Relocation allowance and VISA sponsorship, if applicable
About us:
Flagstaff is a wonderful & vibrant suburb of Hamilton. We have a great reputation and have serviced the community for many years from the Flagstaff Shopping Centre. We are also supported by the wider Hamilton Pet Doctors community of Hillcrest, Dinsdale and Tristram Street.
We provide a range of services including desexing, vaccinations, dentistry, and surgeries such as exploratory surgery, caesareans, tumour and lump removals, wound stitches, intestinal obstructions and more. We will also support you in pursuing your own special interests, you’ll have a generous CPD allowance, paid study leave and access to our very own NZ Veterinary training centre.
Learn more at: https://petdoctorsflagstaff.co.nz/
Want to join us?
BVSc qualification (or equivalent) and registered, or eligibility to register to practice in New Zealand is required.
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now'.
Apply now or for more information: contact Erin - erin.trewin@vet.partners
HAMILTON, WAIKATO - SMALL ANIMALS
Opportunity for an experienced Small Animal Vet looking to advance their career at Pet Doctors Hillcrest
- Well-equipped, modern clinic in Hamilton, NZ
- Enjoy excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week, no on-call and shared weekend roster
- Full range of equipment including dental x-ray
- You will be part of the wider Hamilton Pet Doctors community (four other clinics) and enjoys daily interaction with the support and collegiality of 10 vets and 22 support personnel
- We provide a range of services including desexing, vaccinations, dentistry, and surgeries such as exploratory surgery, caesareans, tumour and lump removals, wound stitches, intestinal obstructions and more
What We Can Offer You:
- Competitive remuneration package DOE
- Relocation/visa sponsorship if required
- Market leading CPD package including: CPD allowance, paid study leave, regular mentorship and training from other senior vets, encouragement to pursue special interests, free workshops, access to our Veterinary Training Centre
- Access to one of the largest networks of veterinary professionals when you join the VetPartners community
For more information or to apply, please email Erin - erin.trewin@vet.partners
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now'.
HAMILTON, WAIKATO REGION - SMALL ANIMALS
Opportunity for a Small Animal Vet to join an experienced, Multi-Vet team at Pet Doctors Tristram Street - Hamilton
Pet Doctors Tristram Street is well-regarded in the local community our dedicated Small Animal team provide a wide range of services from our spacious and well-equipped clinic.
You will be joining a great team of veterinarians, nurses and dedicated support staff, working collaboratively across our Pet Doctors clinics. As part of the wider Hamilton Pet Doctors community (four clinics) you will also have the support and collegiality of Vets and Nurses across the wider network.
About us
- High standards of care and highly experienced team
- Our clinic boasts 4 consults rooms, 2 surgical theatres - including one referral level theatre with all the bells and whistles.
- We have a large treatment room - dental/prep area with 3 tables, sterile supply room
- We are equipped with a high powered digital X-Ray Unit, Digital Dental X-ray, IDEXX Blood Machine, Endoscope, Advanced-referral-level Ultrasound and Orthopaedic kit
- Ezy-Vet software
- Visiting eye specialist every month
- Ample parking (onsite and free roadside)
- Positive culture - communication is at the forefront with morning rounds plus regular all-in team and Vet meetings
What We Can Offer You:
- Work life balance: 4 day work week and limited weekend work on shared rotation
- Competitive remuneration package + benefits
- No after-hours/on-call
- Generous CPD allowance, paid study leave, encouragement to pursue special interests
- FREE access to our Veterinary Training Centre
- Relocation allowance and VISA sponsorship, if applicable
The ideal addition to our team will be a passionate and experienced Small Animal Vet with a BVSc or equivalent and registration (or eligible to register) to practice in New Zealand.
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now'.
For more information or to apply, please email Erin - erin.trewin@vet.partners
NAPIER, HAWKE'S BAY - SMALL ANIMAL, LEAD OR SENIOR
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate Vet to step into a Lead or Senior Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon at Carlyle Veterinary Clinic based in Napier in New Zealand’s stunning Hawkes Bay Region.
You will be joining a wonderful Vet team, working alongside our new Practice Manager and skilled nurses in our well-appointed clinic.
During your downtime you can enjoy everything the Hawkes Bay has to offer, from stunning cycle trails and beaches, to world-renowned wineries and much more!
What We Can Offer You:
- Flexibility – We believe in a healthy work/life balance and are open to discuss exact shifts and hours
- Full Time opportunity – including shared weekend and after hours roster (A/H remunerated on top of salary + retainer for being on call)
- Generous remuneration, reflective of your experience + great benefits
- Relocation & visa sponsorship if applicable
- CPD allowance + study leave and FREE access to our very own state of the art Veterinary training centre
- Leadership development if it’s of interest through our Leadership Academy
- Free on-site parking
About the clinic
Your new workplace is a fully equipped – purpose-built clinic in the heart of Napier.
- You’ll join a positive team of dedicated Veterinary professionals, who are friendly and welcoming.
- Best Practice accredited, our clinic has a reputation of high standards of care with a long-standing client base in the local area.
- Our clinic is well-equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house diagnostics, a modern dental suite, and orthopaedic equipment.
We are looking for an experienced, passionate & dedicated Senior or Lead Small Animal Vet to join our team:
- BVSc qualified (or equivalent) and registered, or eligible to register to practice in New Zealand
- 6+ years experience
- A people person who enjoys being part of a team, mentoring and supporting others.
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now'
To apply or for a confidential conversation about this opportunity please contact Erin – erin.trewin@vet.partners
DUNEDIN SE SOUTH ISLAND - SMALL ANIMALS
Fantastic opportunity in beautiful Dunedin to join our dedicated Small Animal Vet team at Humanimals
We are excited to be looking to welcome a new full or part time experienced Vet to join our team in our well-established small animal clinic.
Why join our team?
- We value your work/life balance - Flexibility on hours and days - with limited weekend work, (1:4 Saturdays)
- Shared after hours roster - Supported by Vetchat to triage calls, meaning reduced calls and call outs - https://www.vetchat.nz/
- Up to $5000 towards domestic relocation, or sign on bonus if you are already Dunedin based
- Ideally, we would love to have you join us Full-Time but are open to discuss Part-Time options that work for you
- You will be part of a multi-vet team, working alongside Qualified and NZVNA Accredited veterinary nurses, a dedicated Practice manager and wonderful reception team who are supportive and enthusiastic
- We have a supportive, close-knit and caring culture
- Well-Equipped clinic with lots of toys! - Complete in-house laboratory (IDEXX), Endoscopy, Digital radiography, Extensive and modern dental equipment and Ultrasound
- We are a Silver Certified accredited Cat Friendly Clinic and also hold Low Stress Handling certification
- Generous remuneration and benefits package
- CPD allowance and study leave + free access to our own Veterinary Training Centre
- Visa sponsorship + International relocation support available for eligible candidates
About the role
This is a GP Vet role in a well-established Small Animal Clinic. Ideally suited to a Vet with a few years' experience and an interest in Surgery - but of course, we are open to chat to those with less experience or other special interests as well.
Our new team member:
- Ideally 5 years + of experience in small animal practice, BVSc qualified or equivalent
- A warm, mature fun personality with excellent communication skills
- Someone who can connect with clients from all demographics and backgrounds
- Embraces and nurtures a family-friendly work environment
Want to join us?
Apply now or for more information please contact Erin - erin.trewin@vet.partners
You will need to hold an NZ recognised Veterinary qualification to be eligible to practice in NZ.
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please apply now.
PAPATOETOE, SOUTH AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL
A position has become available in our multi-vet practice for a veterinarian to join our team at Great South Vets in Papatoetoe, Auckland.
Experienced veterinarians or new graduates are encouraged to apply.
There is no public holiday, after-hours, or weekend work, as this is covered through local after-hours clinics.
Hours of work are 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday with an hour lunch break.
Renumeration: $90,000 to $200,000 plus.
Free accommodation available.
Please reply with CV to:
info@greatsouthvets.co.nz
Great South Vets
785 Great South Road
Papatoetoe
Auckland 2025
or phone 09 278 4165
MT WELLINGTON, AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL/SPECIALIST, EMERGENCY POSITION
Emergency Veterinarian – Mt Wellington Auckland
At VSA, we offer a career path brimming with opportunities for learning and growth. Join our incredible team and become part of a hospital group dedicated to both personal and professional development.
About VSA
At VSA, we are dedicated professionals providing exceptional care for our patients and their families. With hospitals across both the North and South Islands, we are the only specialist facility offering high-quality emergency and specialist services to pets nationwide. Our Auckland hospitals provide surgery, medicine, cardiology and imaging referral services, small animal physiotherapy, and dedicated accident and emergency care.
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About Auckland
Nestled between two stunning harbors, Auckland offers a unique blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. Enjoy beaches, forests, water sports, a thriving arts scene, world-class dining, and a bustling waterfront. Auckland's friendly, multicultural population makes it a welcoming and inclusive place to live and work.
The Position
Based at Mount Wellington, to excel in this role, you will be an empathetic and clear communicator who enjoys working with a diverse range of clients and collaborating within a dynamic clinical team. You will manage emergency cases within our 24/7 hospitals and work with our specialist teams to provide care for their patients out of hours. Your passion for providing exceptional care for clients and their pets will drive your life-long commitment to professional and personal growth. This role is best suited to those with the flexibility to work afternoon and night shifts.
Why Work with VSA?
- Comprehensive Induction: Detailed induction for all new employees to ensure a positive start.
- Diverse Caseload: A varied and interesting caseload from a diverse range of clients.
- Professional Development: Commitment to your training with an external CE portal and regular in-house training, as well as an AE department allowance for external CPD.
- Supportive Team: A friendly, collaborative, and development-focused workplace.
- Work-Life Balance: Emphasis on work-life balance with a regular, predictable roster and ample time off. Structured overtime policy and workflow procedures including scheduled notes time.
- Cutting-Edge Facilities: Access to advanced imaging, surgery, diagnostic imaging, and internal medicine facilities.
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation allowance and VISA assistance.
- Competitive Salary: Market-leading remuneration commensurate with experience.
Requirements
- Veterinary degree recognized by the New Zealand Veterinary Council
- Registered or eligible for registration as a veterinarian in New Zealand
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical practice (ideally in emergency)
- Eligibility to work in New Zealand
Applications and enquiries:
If you are a qualified veterinarian with a passion for offering the best care, we want to hear from you. This is your opportunity to grow your clinical skills and enjoy coming to work every day.
To arrange a confidential conversation, or to make a formal application, please contact Kate Strahan on 09 320 5645 or email enquiries to careers@vsnz.co.nz.
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