An excellent opportunity has become available for a companion animal veterinarian to join a friendly and professional mixed practice on the lower North Island.
Both experienced vets and new/recent graduates are welcome to apply.
The practice employs a team of 12 vets. This includes 6 companion animal vets, 4 mixed practice vets and 2 production animal vets. Vets are supported by a team of 7 vet nurses and 3 technicians.
The successful applicant will work with an experienced team, including senior clinicians who have advanced qualifications and special interests in medicine, surgery and rehabilitation. This large clinic has a varied caseload that will challenge and encourage you to hone and master your clinical skills.
Practice hours:
Mon to Fri, 8am – 5.30pm
Sat, 9am – 3pm
Benefits of the role include:
– A modern purpose-built facility with a great team of vet nurses at your side.
– Amenities including digital x-ray, induction and surgical suites, a dental suite complete with digital x-ray, a full in-house diagnostic lab, isolation ward, and patient rehabilitation and physiotherapy complete with a class IV laser.
– Training and support, as well as plenty of opportunities for developing your skills in a range of areas.
– A friendly, professional, and family oriented practice.
– Great community spirit with plenty of local activities.
Continued education is strongly encouraged to ensure that the service they provide is progressively evolving.
Key attributes of the successful applicant:
– Commitment to client services with a professional attitude.
– Willingness to maintain the highest level of care in a busy practice.
– Good time management and proven organisational skills.
– Great interpersonal skills to build relationships.
– A desire to grow, learn and develop new skills.
The clinic is located within a short drive of Wellington, where referral services are often used, and only a 15-minute drive to the coast. Here, you can enjoy beach walks and mountain hikes or shop at the local factory outlets and antique stores. With a beautiful lake and native forest nearby, this area is also a sanctuary for birdlife.
