Experienced Vet, Part Time

Escape to the breathtaking Ovens Valley! Nestled at the foot of Mt Buffalo and just an hour from the ski fields, our clinic is surrounded by the charm of Beechworth and the vibrancy of Bright, plus the quaint charming town of Yackandandah — making it an ideal location for work-life balance in a truly stunning part of Victoria.

Our sister clinic Dr Paws Wangaratta is located 40 minutes away in the developing town, a purpose built clinic our team works across both clinics.

We’re a busy, well-equipped mixed practice offering approximately 80% small animal and 20% large animal care (primarily beef and dairy cattle, and horses). We pride ourselves on being a supportive, tight-knit team that values collaboration, personal growth, and quality care for our patients and clients.

What We Offer:

• Above-award wages, commensurate with experience
• Generous after-hours callout rates
• 4 weeks of annual leave
• 1 week of paid CPD leave
• Up to $1,500 CPD allowance for courses and professional development
• Free Employment Assistance Program (EAP) – because your mental wellbeing matters
• A very inclusive, considerate, caring and team orientated work colleague
• Flexible and reliable to work at both Myrtleford and Wangaratta clinics

Our Modern, Fully Equipped Clinic Includes:

• In-house biochemistry and haematology (Heska) plus bloodgasses and Pt/aPPT Testing
• Digital radiology and ultrasound
• New iM3 dental unit with dental radiography
• Endoscopy
• Orthopaedic surgical instruments
• Anaesthetic monitoring (BP, SpO2, Apalert, Abbott machines)
• EzyVet and Smartflow systems
• Company vehicle for after-hours use - fully equipped

   

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Website: https://www.ovensandkiewavets.com.au/
https://drpaws.com.au/wangaratta/

Working Hours & Roster:

• Clinic opening hours Mon–Fri: 8:30am–5:30pm | Sat: 9am–12pm
• Shift time vary each week between business hours, shift hours are generally 8am-6pm or 8:30am-5:30pm
• 1 in 4/5 weekends
• Rotating after-hours/on-call roster (1-2 nights per fortnight)

We value work-life balance and believe happy, well-rested vets provide the best care — both at work and at home.

Who We're Looking For:

• An experienced, enthusiastic veterinarian with a positive attitude and passion for animal care, minimum 3 years experience post graduate with strong skills sets.
• Strong communication skills to build lasting relationships with clients and the team.
• Confidence in routine small animal surgeries and dentals.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a supportive team.
• A desire to continue developing clinical and surgical skills in a collaborative environment.
• 18-28 hours per week on a permanent part time basis.

If you’re looking for a fulfilling role in a beautiful regional setting with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Toulla at: pm@ovensandkiewavets.com.au