Practicing/Senior Practicing Veterinarian in Equine Internal Medicine

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

Palmerston North

On-site

NZD 100,000 - 153,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital seeks a Practicing Veterinarian/Senior Practicing Veterinarian in Equine Internal Medicine to provide high-quality clinical care and contribute to teaching and scholarly activity. This permanent, full-time position is based on the Manawatu campus in Palmerston North.

You will deliver equine internal medicine services, supervise students, participate in diagnostics and procedures, maintain records, and contribute to

Qualifications

A veterinary degree from an AVMA-recognised or NZ-registered program and eligible for NZ registration.
Specialist qualification in Equine or Large Animal Internal Medicine or eligibility to sit specialist exams.
Proven experience in equine general and/or referral practice.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality equine internal medicine services and participate in clinical and after-hours rosters.
Consult on, diagnose, and manage diverse equine medical cases within the hospital.
Supervise and mentor veterinary students during clinical activities.
Carry out or oversee diagnostic/therapeutic procedures with clear client communication.
Maintain comprehensive medical records, discharge instructions, and case documentation.
Contribute to teaching through tutorials, labs, seminars, and lectures.
Participate in clinical rounds, case discussions, and scholarly activities.
Contribute to university-wide activities and a collaborative working environment.

Skills

Equine

Veterinary

Clinical

Diagnostic

Therapeutic

Specialist

Medicine

Teaching

Mentoring

Supervision

Assessment

Scholarship

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Patientcare

Empathy

Judgement

Professionalism

Research

Consultation

Documentation

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Teamwork

Adaptability

Accuracy

Organisation

Resilience

Integrity

Education

Veterinary degree (BVSc/DVM/VMD or equivalent)

Specialist qualification in Equine or Large Animal Internal Medicine OR eligible for specialist examinations

Job description

Join Massey University's Veterinary Teaching Hospital as a Practicing Veterinarian/Senior Practicing Veterinarian in Equine Internal Medicine, where you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality veterinary care to equine patients while helping shape the next generation of veterinary professionals. This rewarding position combines clinical excellence with teaching, mentoring, and scholarly activity, providing an opportunity to contribute to outstanding patient outcomes, student success, and the ongoing advancement of veterinary education.

This is a full-time, permanent position based on Massey Manawatu campus in Palmerston North.

Mo tenei turanga mahi | About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Massey University's Veterinary Teaching Hospital and contribute to a service that is recognised for excellence in equine healthcare, veterinary education, and specialist training. Working within a collaborative academic environment, you will play an important role in supporting outstanding clinical outcomes, enriching the student learning experience.

In this role, you will:

Provide high-quality equine internal medicine services, including participation in the clinical and after-hours roster.
Consult on, diagnose, and manage a diverse range of equine medical cases within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Supervise and support veterinary students during clinical activities, fostering hands-on learning and professional development.
Carry out or oversee diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ensuring excellent patient care and clear communication with clients and referring veterinarians.
Maintain comprehensive medical records, discharge instructions, and case documentation to a high professional standard.
Contribute to teaching activities through tutorials, practical classes, seminars, workshops, lectures, and student assessment.
Participate in clinical rounds, case discussions, and scholarly activities that support teaching, learning, and continuous improvement.
Contribute to the wider success of the University through committee work, professional engagement, community service, administrative responsibilities, and the promotion of a collaborative, safe, and collegial working environment.

Mou | About you

We're seeking a qualified and passionate veterinarian with strong expertise in equine medicine and a commitment to delivering exceptional clinical care. You will bring a collaborative approach, a passion for sharing knowledge, and the ability to contribute to both specialist veterinary services and the learning experience of future veterinary professionals.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A veterinary degree (e.g. BVSc, DVM, VMD or equivalent) from an AVMA-accredited institution or a qualification recognised by the New Zealand Veterinary Council, enabling registration as a veterinarian in New Zealand.
A specialist qualification in Equine or Large Animal Internal Medicine or be eligible to sit the relevant specialist examinations.
Proven experience working in equine general and/or referral practice.

Ko nga hua o te turanga? | What’s in it for you?

You'll join a collaborative, future-focused team who support world-class teaching and research across the University. Based on our beautiful Manawatu campus, you'll enjoy a supportive work environment with a healthy work-life balance and access to campus cafes, gym facilities, and green spaces.

You will also receive up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme, five university holidays each year in addition to annual leave and a subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your whanau.

The salary will depend on experience but will be in the range of Step 6-9 ($100,982-109,901) for Practicing Veterinarian, or Range 1-2 ($107,916-152,712) for Senior Practicing Veterinarian.

Further enquiries should be directed to: Luca Panizzi, Senior Lecturer in Equine Surgery, Equine Group Leader, email at L.Panizzi@massey.ac.nz or Jane Langton Burnell, VTH Director at J.LangtonBurnell@massey.ac.nz

Desired Skills and Experience