Lead Veterinarian

VetPartners Australia and New Zealand; City Of Wanneroo; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to $150,000

Relocation assistance up to $10,000

Visa sponsorship available

CPD allowance

Job summary

Vetwest Wanneroo is seeking a Lead Veterinarian who remains hands-on in consulting and surgery while providing leadership and mentorship to a well-established, high-functioning team. You will help maintain excellent patient care, support the clinic’s culture, and lead by example in a busy, supportive environment.

The role offers a generous salary package up to $150,000, relocation assistance, CPD allowance, and visa sponsorship where eligible, with flexible rostering and a 0.7–1.0 FTE balance.

Qualifications

• BVSc with registration to practice in Western Australia.
• Strong experience in both consulting and surgery.
• Confident, approachable leader who enjoys mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Lead Veterinarian role with hands-on consulting and surgery.
• Provide leadership and mentorship across the team.
• Maintain strong client relationships and foster a collaborative clinic culture.

Skills

Consulting

Surgery

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

BVSc with WA registration

Job description

Are you an experienced veterinarian ready to step into a respected Lead Veterinarian role within a stable, supportive clinic? Vetwest Wanneroo is seeking a Lead Vet who enjoys both consulting and surgery, values collaboration, and wants to mentor and lead within an already high-functioning team — without inheriting a clinic that needs fixing.

About Vetwest Wanneroo

Vetwest Wanneroo is a long-established clinic located close to Wanneroo Central Shopping Centre and Lake Joondalup, offering a relaxed, community-focused environment with strong client relationships and excellent team longevity.

You will be joining a highly experienced and settled team of four veterinarians, supported by an exceptionally strong nursing cohort. The Practice Manager is also a nurse, the Head Nurse has been with the clinic for 20 years, and of our ten nurses most have between 10 and 20 years’ tenure. The clinic consistently rosters a minimum of three vets per day, ensuring strong support, collaboration, and sustainable workloads.

The culture is social, relaxed, and professional — the team enjoys small social events, games during meetings, and regular catch-ups while maintaining high clinical standards.

Clinic Setup & Facilities

The clinic is spacious, modern, and well resourced, with a strong focus on Fear Free and Cat Calm handling.

Facilities include:

• 3 consult rooms
• Separate cat and dog waiting areas
• Large waiting room and dedicated vet office
• In-house Idexx lab + blood gas
• Wet table and separate theatre
• Digital X-ray, digital dental X-ray, and ultrasound
• Dedicated cat ward and isolation ward
• Large dog kennel room (6-8 runs)
• Cattery with 22 condos, supported by a dedicated animal attendant
• Separate staff room, kitchen, and a lovely outdoor eating area

The Role

As Lead Veterinarian, you will remain hands-on clinically while providing leadership and mentorship across the team. You will support a developing veterinarian, lead case discussions, and proactively share up-to-date clinical knowledge to encourage continuous improvement.

You will also play a key role in maintaining strong client relationships and fostering a positive, collaborative team culture. Close working relationships with other North of the River Vetwest clinics ensure there is always peer support available when needed.

Rostering & Flexibility

• Permanent part-time preferred (0.7 FTE / 31.5 hours per week), full-time also considered
• Clinic hours: 8:30am - 7:00pm (some flexibility available)
• 1 in 3 Saturdays, ideally with two vets rostered

Salary & Benefits

• Salary package up to $150,000, commensurate with experience
• $10000 Clinical Lead allowance
• Superannuation
• $2,000 CPD allowance + 1 week paid study leave
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000 (where applicable)
• Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates

What Sets VetPartners Apart

• Access to Veterinary Training Centres and Employee Assistance Program
• Leadership development and long-term career progression
• A supportive national network of skilled nurses and collaborative peers
• Opportunities across 200+ clinics in Australia and New Zealand

About You

• BVSc (or equivalent) with registration to practice in Western Australia
• Strong experience in both consulting and surgery
• Confident, approachable leader who enjoys mentoring and knowledge sharing
• High standards of patient care and client communication