Join a collaborative and experienced veterinary team in a busy regional companion animal practice in New Zealand. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week plus rostered Saturdays, offering the opportunity to become part of a supportive environment focused on delivering high-quality veterinary care.
Vetlink is recruiting for an experienced small animal veterinarian with strong consulting and surgical skills. You will enjoy a varied role providing quality medicine and surgery while building lasting relationships with loyal clients and their pets. Working alongside an experienced nursing and support team, you will help deliver excellent patient care and contribute to a positive client experience.
The role would suit a veterinarian with 5 or more years of companion animal experience who enjoys working collaboratively and handling a varied caseload. Strengths in areas such as internal medicine, dentistry or imaging would be highly regarded. While this is not currently a leadership role, there is genuine opportunity for the right person to develop professionally and step into greater responsibility over time.
The employer is committed to supporting ongoing career growth and helping team members thrive. Benefits include regular development reviews, CPD and self-education opportunities, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, KiwiSaver contributions, generous leave entitlements, flexible arrangements and discounts on animal care services and products. The team also values celebrating milestones and creating a positive, connected workplace culture.
Located in New Zealand’s picturesque Waikato region, this area offers a fantastic balance of rural charm, community connection and genuine work/life balance. Surrounded by rolling countryside, walking trails and outdoor activities, there’s plenty to enjoy outside of work, from local sporting clubs and weekend adventures to community events and open spaces. With larger centres and city amenities within easy reach, you can enjoy a relaxed regional lifestyle without feeling too far from everything you need.
