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Small Animal Veterinarian Fixed Term

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Job Description - Small Animal Veterinarian Fixed Term


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We are looking for an experienced Small Animal Vet to join our team in this 6 month  fixed term parental leave cover role at our highly reputed clinic - PetVet Lower Hutt from June 2026 
  
Your new workplace is a modern 400m2 clinic with a spacious ultrasound suite, top end digital radiography, two sterile and one non-sterile theatres. We have a solid reputation for top quality service and a strong referral base from clinics throughout Wellington, the Kapiti Coast and Wairarapa. You have the option to be either consulting only, or enjoy a balance of consulting and surgery days. 
 
What's on offer?  
  • Excellent work/life balance - Exact hours negotiable across 3 day week + shared Saturdays (1:4) with option for a 4th day if preferred
  • No Sundays or regular Afterhours shifts (we provide occasional back up support for the Wellington After Hours clinic)
  • Generous remuneration package - reflective of your expertise and experience
  • Excellent benefits including paid parental leave, CPD allowance, study leave and Free access to our very own Veterinary training centre
  • Large, supportive team of Vets + visiting specialists - with special interests including orthopaedics, ultrasound and feline medicine
  • Modern purpose-built clinic – with top end equipment
  • 20 minute consults
  • EzyVet software with AI note-taking 


    About the role  
 
We are looking for a GP Small Animal Vet to join our experienced and supportive team

You will ideally bring  3+ years experience, and be confident with routine surgery and consults. Areas of special interest are welcomed and supported

Applicants must hold a Veterinary Qualification that is recognised in New Zealand to be eligible to register to practice here. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role, however Veterinarians on working holiday visas may apply. 

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/
 
 
Sounds great! How do I apply?  
Apply online or for more information, contact Erin - [email protected]   


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