Are you ready to take your veterinary career to the next level while living in one of New Zealand’s most vibrant cities?
A leading 24/7 small animal hospital in Auckland is seeking passionate Emergency Veterinarians to join their dynamic team.
Permanent full-time and part-time roles are available, offering an exceptional environment for both career growth and work-life balance.
About the Practice:
Being part of the community for nearly a decade, this family-owned referral practice operates a state-of-the-art hospital, staffed by specialists across surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, oncology, dermatology, and critical care.
With advanced technology including in-house labs, multiparameter monitors, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, endoscopy, mechanical ventilation, and on-site CT and MRI, the team provides the highest standard of care. Dedicated spaces for cats and dogs ensure the best experience for patients and their owners.
The Role:
As an Emergency Veterinarian, you’ll manage a varied caseload, providing urgent care and supporting specialist in-patients within a collaborative team. Your responsibilities include:
Delivering first-line urgent medical, surgical, and critical care, including resuscitation, stabilisation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and referral as required.
Performing interventions and procedures, prescribing treatments, and educating clients.
Referring cases to specialists when necessary and working closely with them on complex procedures.
Maintaining accurate clinical records, client communications, and liaising with referring clinics.
Contributing to a supportive team culture and sharing knowledge across disciplines.
Perks:
Variety & Growth: Gain experience across a broad spectrum of cases with opportunities for leadership.
Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values learning and teamwork.
Professional Development: Access in-house and external CPD, ANZCVS membership support, and financial assistance for further studies.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible roster options designed to fit your lifestyle.
Competitive Package: Salary range of NZD$120,000–$140,000 per annum (depending on experience), plus CPD allowance, paid memberships, on-site parking, and mental health support.
What We’re Looking For:
Must be eligible for registration in New Zealand
Compliance with NZ veterinary regulations, including Code of Professional Conduct.
Minimum of 2 years’ veterinary experience in small animal practice or completion of a 1-year rotating internship.
Strong communication, adaptability, and team collaboration skills.
Commitment to high clinical standards and outstanding patient care.
Willingness to relocate to New Zealand; support for work visas can be considered if needed.
Interested in hearing more? Get in touch by calling or Whatsapping Aimee on +447835146288 or email a CV to aimee@lloydandcowan.com.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us on 028 8765 8068. If you know someone else who may be interested, why not pass this advert on to them. If we successfully place someone, you've referred to us; we'll give you £200 in high street vouchers as a way of saying thank you.
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