Lead Veterinarian – Senior Clinical Leadership Role (Sydney, NSW)
Are you a senior small animal veterinarian ready to take the next step into leadership?
Looking for a role where you can shape clinical standards, mentor a large team, and work in a well-equipped, progressive hospital?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a Lead Veterinarian position within a highly reputable, purpose-built veterinary hospital on Sydney’s Lower North Shore. You will join a fast-paced, progressive environment with a loyal client base, complex caseloads, and genuine support to grow your leadership and specialist interests.
Why This Role Stands Out
Established, high-performing hospital with an excellent reputation
Purpose-built, modern facilities with advanced diagnostics
Diverse and engaging caseload, ideal for veterinarians who enjoy challenge and variety
Collaborative leadership structure with senior clinical and management support
Opportunity to influence clinical direction and standards of care
Strong culture of learning, development and progression
A clinical interest in areas such as orthopaedics, advanced imaging or nuclear medicine would be highly regarded (with training available), but is not essential.
The Hospital Environment
You will be working within a large, multidisciplinary team of approximately 40 staff, including 10+ veterinarians with a wide range of clinical interests. The hospital provides services beyond standard GP work, including:
Complex dentistry
Advanced imaging (ultrasound, X-ray, dental X-ray)
Nuclear medicine (training provided)
Soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures
Trigger point therapy
Wildlife care and hospitalisation
Boarding services and Puppy Preschool
Facilities include multiple consult rooms, dual surgical theatres, in-house pathology, advanced imaging suites, and industry-leading clinical management systems.
The Role
As Lead Veterinarian, you will combine hands-on clinical work with leadership and strategic input:
Managing a varied medical and surgical caseload
Mentoring and supporting a team of veterinarians
Providing clinical leadership and guidance across the hospital
Contributing to performance development and team growth
Supporting training of nursing and support staff
Driving best-practice clinical standards
Aligning clinical excellence with business and operational goals
What’s On Offer
Competitive salary package plus superannuation
Leadership development programs and ongoing mentorship
Internal and external CPD support
Access to a wider network of referral and specialist hospitals
Corporate benefits and additional perks
Long-term career progression opportunities
A supportive and collaborative leadership team
About You
Minimum 5 years’ experience in small animal practice
BVSc, DVM or equivalent with eligibility for NSW registration
Confident managing complex and varied caseloads
Passionate about mentoring and supporting junior veterinarians
Interest in developing leadership, people management and business skills
Comfortable leading change, improving processes and setting clinical standards
Keen to continue developing clinically, including new skill areas if desired
Ready to find out more?
Send your CV to sophie@lloydandcowan.com or call 07519119233 for a confidential chat.