Part time Maternity Leave Vet

The Village Vet - Toorak; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

The Village Vet - Toorak is seeking a part-time maternity leave veterinarian to join on-site in Toorak, VIC. You will provide clinical care including consultations, diagnostics, treatment planning, and routine surgeries while communicating clearly with pet caregivers about diagnoses and options.

Day-to-day responsibilities include performing physical examinations, reviewing test results, prescribing medications, maintaining medical records, and collaborating with veterinary nurses and support

Qualifications

• BVSc or equivalent and registration with VIC veterinary board or eligibility.
• Clinical skills in small animal medicine, routine surgery, diagnostics, and preventive care with evidence-based practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to explain medical information clearly and build trust with clients and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small-team environment, demonstrating professionalism, empathy and respect toward colleagues and clients.
• Sound organizational and time-management skills to manage consultations, procedures, and documentation effectively in a busy practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and review test results.
• Prescribe medications and maintain accurate medical records.
• Collaborate with veterinary nurses and support staff to ensure quality care.
• Provide client education and uphold best practices in animal welfare and infection control.

Skills

Small animal medicine

Routine surgery

Diagnostics

Preventive care

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

BVSc or equivalent

Registration with VIC veterinary board

Tools

Practice management systems

Job description

Company Description The Village Vet - Toorak is known for providing friendly, compassionate veterinary care in a welcoming neighborhood practice setting. Our team is dedicated to building strong relationships with pets and their caregivers, creating a supportive and respectful environment for clients and staff. We focus on high-quality clinical standards while maintaining a warm, approachable atmosphere. Located in Toorak, VIC, we aim to make every visit as stress-free and positive as possible for both animals and people.

Role Description This is a part-time maternity leave veterinary position based on-site at The Village Vet - Toorak in Toorak, VIC. The veterinarian will provide clinical care including consultations, diagnostics, treatment planning, and routine surgical procedures, while ensuring clear communication with pet caregivers about diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing physical examinations, reviewing test results, prescribing medications, maintaining accurate medical records, and collaborating with veterinary nurses and support staff. The role also involves contributing to a positive clinic culture, supporting client education, and upholding best practices in animal welfare and infection control.

Qualifications

• Current veterinary degree (BVSc or equivalent) and registration, or eligibility for registration, with the relevant veterinary board in VIC.
• Clinical skills in small animal medicine, routine surgery, diagnostics, and preventive care, with a commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to explain medical information clearly and build trust with clients and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small-team environment, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and respect toward colleagues and clients.
• Sound organizational and time-management skills to manage consultations, procedures, and documentation effectively in a busy practice.
• Comfort working on-site in a hands-on clinical role, including handling animals of varying temperaments in a safe and humane manner.
• Experience in a general practice small animal clinic is highly regarded; familiarity with practice management systems is beneficial.
• Willingness to support flexible scheduling typical of a part-time maternity leave role and to adapt to changing caseloads.