Part-Time Vet for Maternity Leave — Small Animal Care

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

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