Job Description: Our client is seeking a long-term, full-time, experienced Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join their established and community-focused clinic in Abbotsbury. The hospital serves pets including dogs, cats, and pocket pets, offering modern, professional, yet affordable veterinary healthcare in a friendly, gentle environment.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Performing wellness exams, vaccination programs, and preventative health care for small animals
- Carrying out dental procedures, desexing and soft tissue surgery with precision and care
- Utilizing diagnostic pathology, radiographic imaging, and clinical tools to inform treatment decisions
- Educating clients on health, nutrition, parasite control, and ongoing pet wellbeing
- Contributing to case collaboration with staff and maintaining high standards of patient care
Package:
- Competitive salary scaled to your experience and years in practice
- Paid continuing education leave plus allowance for external courses
- Professional registration fees, insurance, and association dues covered
- Generous leave & public holiday entitlements to support long-term commitment
- Modern clinic facilities with diagnostic, surgical and dental tools for high standard practice
- Supportive mentorship and collaborative work environment from a dedicated team
- Discounts on veterinary services for personal pets
- Work-life balance with structured hours and minimal after-hours duties