Part-time Veterinarian

VetPartners Australia and New Zealand; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 68,880 - 96,432; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Work/Life balance

CPD allowance

Generous staff discounts

Free Access to VetPartners training centre

Job summary

VetPartners Australia and New Zealand is hiring an experienced Small Animal Vet for a part-time role at Pet Doctors Thorndon in Wellington. This position covers 1 day a week plus 1:4 or 2:4 weekends, with the option for additional hours. Ideal for those looking to balance work with other ventures, you will join a dedicated team, supported by a Vet Nurse. Benefits include competitive remuneration, professional development, and generous staff discounts. Contact Erin for more details at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Confident in routine consultations and surgeries.
• Motivated and friendly demeanor.
• Happy to be sole charge.

Responsibilities

• Cover 1 day per week plus weekends on rotation.
• Perform routine consults and surgeries.
• Ensure quality health care and client relationships.

Skills

Small Animal Experience

Surgery Skills

Teamwork

Education

BVSc or equivalent

Job description

Are you an experienced Small Animal Vet looking for a part time opportunity? This could be the role for you! Pet Doctors Thorndon are seeking a part time Vet to cover 1 day per week on a Wednesday plus either 1:4 or 2:4 weekends - with the opportunity for additional hours/weekends for occasional leave cover also available. This could be a perfect opportunity for a Vet who is wanting to return to practice, drop to part‑time work, or maybe pursuing another venture but would like to keep a hand in clinical work.

Why join us?

• Excellent Work/Life balance
• Weekly Wednesday shift plus your choice or 1:4 or 2:4 weekends. The weekend hours would be Saturday 8.30am-5.30pm (clinic open 9am-5pm) and Sunday 10.30am-3pm (clinic open 10-4pm)
• Competitive remuneration package and CPD allowance
• Free Access to VetPartners training centre
• Generous staff discounts

A bit about us

• Our clinic offers a great central location (right next to the Wellington train station) and excellent work-life balance.
• You would be supported on each shift by a Vet Nurse and Receptionist, the weekend vet is sole charge.
• Pet Doctors Thorndon offers full medical & surgical facilities, an experienced team, radiology (including dental) and Ultrasound on‑site, consultation and emergency services.
• We are equipped with 3 consult rooms, dedicated radiology and surgery rooms, inhouse biochemistry, haematology and Imagyst cytology.
• Our wonderful team are dedicated to quality health care and good client relationships. Our team strives to be knowledgeable, compassionate, and always focused on making sure the pet’s needs are put first.

About you

We are looking for a motivated, friendly BVSc or equivalent Small Animal Veterinarian who will fit right in with our wonderful team. Confident to be sole charge, and happy with routine consults & surgery. We value enthusiasm for the job, team‑players who are willing to help out, and a sense of humour. We look forward to hearing from you! Apply now! Contact Erin - [e-mail]