Lead Veterinarian

Vets Central; Canning; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary package

Leadership incentive bonuses

Sponsorship & relocation

Novated vehicle leasing

Parental Leave & Purrental Leave

Graduate Vet Program

Referral bonus

Employee Wellness Program

Professional development contribution

Sponsorship for overseas candidates

Flare HR discounts

Team support

Job summary

Cannington Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to lead a passionate team in delivering personalised, high-standard care to our patients and their owners.

You will manage the clinical and financial function with the support of an experienced Practice Manager, WA Relationship Manager, and the wider support office, while enjoying a 4-day week with rotating weekend shifts and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical capability with a passion for surgery.
• Exceptional communication to build client relationships.
• Leadership approach that motivates and develops the team.
• Open-minded attitude to explore new ways of doing things.
• Growth mindset to drive clinic success.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver personalised clinical care to patients.
• Manage financial and clinical operations with support from a Practice Manager.
• Collaborate with WA Relationship Manager and support office.
• Maintain a flexible 4-day work week with rotating weekend shifts.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication

Team development

Client relationships

Job description

Why choose this job?

Cannington Veterinary Hospital is located in Beckenham, a southern suburb of Perth, and is well serviced by a mixture of retail and recreational facilities. Westfield Carousel Shopping Centre is a major fixture with retail shops, a gym, pub, restaurants, and a cinema. There are many parks to enjoy as well as the Canning River. With its close proximity to Perth’s CBD and Rottnest Island, there’s plenty to explore. With Cannington Veterinary Hospital, you’ll not only have a rewarding veterinary career, but a healthy work/life balance to enjoy Western Australia’s laid-back charm in your downtime.

The hospital itself is constantly upgrading equipment to remain ahead of the curve when it comes to the diagnosis and treatment options for our patients including Digital X-Ray (incl. specialised Dental X-Ray Machine), Dental Unit, Ultrasound, Doppler Blood Pressure Monitoring, and an In-house laboratory. We also offer excellent benefits, development opportunities, visa sponsorship, flexible working arrangements and more to help you thrive in Australia.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Lead Veterinarian to drive and lead a workplace culture that values quality individual and team performance consistent with best practice procedures, positive working relationships, and continuous improvement. You will lead a passionate team to deliver personalised, professional, and dedicated care to our patients and their owners. You will be responsible for the management and supervision of the financial and clinical function of the business, and you will have the opportunity to really make it your own with a wide support network. You’ll be supported by an experienced Practice Manager within the clinic, alongside your WA Relationship Manager and the wider support office, providing you with the operational, people and business support you need to settle confidently into your new practice environment and location.

We are open Monday to Friday 8am-6:30pm; Saturday 9am-2pm; closed Sundays and Public Holidays. You will be required to work a flexible 4-day working week which will include a rotating weekend shift.

About You:

You’re an approachable and inspiring leader who thrives on bringing people together and supporting those around you to reach their potential. You communicate openly and confidently, build strong and trusted relationships with clients, and are committed to delivering the highest standard of patient care.

You’ll also bring:

• Strong clinical capability and a genuine passion for surgery.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build meaningful client relationships.
• A supportive, collaborative leadership approach that motivates and develops your team.
• A creative and open-minded attitude, with a willingness to explore new ways of doing things.
• A positive, growth-focused mindset and the ambition to help drive the clinic’s continued success.

Some of our perks include

• An excellent salary package
• Opportunity to earn quarterly bonuses through the Leadership Incentive Scheme
• You're Pawesome – A unique bonus/equity opportunity (LTI)
• Paid Veterinary Board Registration, radiation license and VIN membership
• Novated vehicle leasing options
• Alongside paid Parental Leave we also offer Paid Purrental Leave – because we love our fur babies
• VC Graduate Vet Program – 24-month mentoring journey
• Generous Team member referral bonus
• Personal Wellness – through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Mental Health & Wellbeing are a priority, and we understand that work life balance is vital. Vets Central are accredited in being recognised as a ‘Skilled Mental Health First Aid®’ workplace
• Professional Development - A generous contribution towards professional development and one week of paid study leave
• Sponsorship and relocation assistance available for overseas candidates
• Flare HR Perks & discounts on everyday expenses including groceries, electronics, entertainment, fuel, restaurants, fashion brands and more
• We have a remarkable team of passionate, dedicated vets & nurses who will always have your back and are ready to assist when needed