🐾 Veterinarian Wanted | Summer Hill Village Vet (Inner West Sydney)

Full-time (4 weekday + every 2nd Saturday) or part-time role (2-3 weekdays + every second Saturday) | No Sundays or after-hours

Is this the vet job you’ve been hoping exists (but figured didn’t)?
📍 You’re not just after a job—you want a team that has your back, a clinic that gives you space to grow, and a roster that lets you have a life outside of work.
🎯 Maybe you’re 1–5 years out and want to be mentored but not micromanaged.
🧠 Maybe you’re tired of clinics that talk about “standards” but don’t back it up with training, time, or teamwork.
🎨 Maybe you want a place with character and quirk, not fluorescent lights and burnout.

Let us introduce ourselves.

🌿 About Us

We’re Summer Hill Village Vet, a proudly independent clinic in Sydney’s Inner West, known for our kind medicine, loyal clients, and whip-smart, funny, big-hearted team. We’re vet-owned and vet-run—and we’ve built something a bit special.

Our culture?

Think zero ego, all-in support, loud laughter, nurse-led consults, snacks in the tea room, and every second Saturday off. We’re not a factory, we don’t tolerate toxicity, and we really care about doing the right thing—for our patients, our clients, and each other.

💡 What You’ll Get (That Most Ads Don’t Talk About)

• Mentorship in what you want to grow (dentals, imaging, medicine, soft tissue surgery—bring your goals, we’ll match you with mentors and CPD support)
• A “no Sundays ever” policy (we mean it)
• A 4-day week + every second Saturday (you’ll be paid for 76 hrs/fortnight, rostered for 74, because you deserve buffer) (we close at 2pm Saturdays!)
• Dedicated consult nurse in most appointments (so you can vet without juggling 6 things)
• Rostered admin time—every shift (because writing up notes in your car is not the vibe)
• Psychological safety & leadership coaching (yep, that’s a thing here)
• Pay that reflects your value: Commensurate with experience + super + CPD + VIN + extras, based on how you contribute (not just how many years you’ve clocked) - negotiable
• Clientele who trust us and are willing to go the distance for their pets
• Nurses who are gun triagers, note takers, and theatre support

🧬 A Bit About the Role

This is a mixed consulting + surgery position. We’d love full-time (4 weekdays and every second Saturday), but are happy to consider part-time (2-3 weekdays and every second Saturday) for the right person. There’s no after-hours, and shifts fall between 7.30am–8pm with early or late starts—not both. You’ll work alongside a team of experienced vets, visiting specialists, and career nurses. Our support staff ratio is genuinely high, and our case management is collaborative, not territorial.

💭 Who You Might Be

• A vet with at least 2 years’ experience who’s ready to learn more (recent grads may be considered depending on experience/skill level)
• You enjoy building relationships with clients and can communicate with both warmth and clarity
• You value a bit of structure, but don’t want your style crammed into someone else’s protocol
• You’re team-oriented, self-aware, and interested in medicine that’s both kind and excellent
• You’re curious, motivated, and not afraid to laugh mid-consult (we all do)

💌 Ready to Apply?

Email Dr Sandra Hodgins at sandra_hodgins@mac.com

Include your CV and a short note about what you’re looking for in your next role.

We’ll keep this role open until we find the right fit—and we’ll respect your notice periodif you’re currently employed.

🐕 Final Word

This is a job ad that actually reflects the vibe of our clinic. If you’ve read this far and felt your shoulders relax, your heart lift, or your curiosity spark—we’d love to meet you.