Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Organisation:
West Cessnock Veterinary Hospital
Location:
Cessnock, Hunter Valley, NSW Other
Occupation:
Veterinarian - Small Animal
Employment Type:
Full Time
Posted:

Are you a passionate and dedicated veterinary surgeon looking to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families? Join our friendly and supportive team at West Cessnock Veterinary Hospital where your skills and compassion will be truly valued

About Us

We are a thriving, independent veterinary practice located in Cessnock, NSW, known for our commitment to providing exceptional care to small animals. With a well-equipped practice, a loyal client base, and a focus on work-life balance, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and collaborative work environment.

The Role

  • We are looking for an enthusiastic Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our team.
  • Hours: Full time or Part time on offer to the right candidate.
  • Caseload: A mix of consultations and surgeries with scope to develop your areas of interest.
  • Support: Work alongside an experience Certificate Holder in Small Animal Surgery, Nurses, Vet Tech and support staff who priortise patient care and team well-being.
  • Sole charge of practice at times. Working time overlaps and will be split with existing Veterinary Surgeon to cover workload/operating hours. This introduces the possibility of more flexible working.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary $90,000 - $130,000 per annum, pro-rata based on experience + super. This is negotiable for the right candidate.
  • No out of hours or on-call. Currently no weekend working required.
  • Practice Owner; Veterinary Surgeon holds a Certificate in Small Animal Surgery and this allows us to keep a large case load in-house. This allows us to conduct a large range of orthopaedic procedures including TPLO, fracture repair, and joint replacement. This is an excellent development and learning opportunity for the right candidate.
  • Extensive range of modern equipment including…
    • Karl Storz – Endoscopy, Arthroscopy, Laparoscopy
    • BioMedtrix – Hip replacement system
    • Ethicon Gen 11
    • Megadyne
    • AO Fracture System 1.5 - 4.5
    • Slocum TPLO
    • Digital Radiography
    • IDEXX Laboratory machines
    • Ultrasound
    • Dental

About You

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Is passionate about delivering high-quality veterinary care.
  • Registered with or eligible to register with, the Veterinary Practitioners Board of New South Wales

Why Join Us?

At West Cessnock Veterinary Hospital you’re more than just a vet—you’re part of a family. We support career development, encourage special interests, and strive to maintain a healthy work-life balance for all team members.

Ready to Join Us?

We’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter to fergusryan101@yahoo.com  or call us on 0481 965 158  for an informal chat about the role.