OurVets St Albans - Companion Animal Veterinarian - Christchurch

Organisation/clinic: OurVets St Albans

Location: Christchurch

Position type: Companion Animal Veterinarian

Website: https://ourvetsstalbans.co.nz/ 

At OurVets, you'll be part of a close-knit team. Your role will encompass a balanced mix of consults and surgery, working along-side our experienced veterinarians and nurses. Our clinic is well-equipped to support areas of special interest, and you'll enjoy a varied caseload. 

This role would be well suited to a confident small animal veterinarian with a passion for surgery - with opportunity to be on surgery up to 2-3 days per week on average. 

What we offer:

• Work/life balance: We value work/life balance and offer flexible scheduling discussions to suit your needs This is a full-time role with options for a 4- or 5-day week. There are no regular after-hours or on-call duties, with a backup roster covering approximately 3-4 times per year. Only 1:5 Saturdays and no public holiday shifts.
• Supportive team culture: Enjoy the camaraderie of a multi-veterinarian team, a large group of skilled nurses and dedicated reception team, and a fun, friendly and supportive working environment.
• Competitive remuneration: Your experience is reflected in generous compensation and benefits.
• Support for relocation & visa: Assistance for relocation and visa sponsorship (if applicable).
• Professional development: Access  CPD allowance, study leave, and free use of our Veterinary training centre. Practice manager focused on fostering development and supporting personal growth.
• Wellbeing support: You’ll have access to EAP services, wellbeing gateway app, Fitness Passport and health insurance benefits

About our clinic:

At OurVets St Albans we strive to create an environment where veterinary professionals can flourish, ensuring the best standards of care for our patients and fostering strong relationships with pet owners.

• Dynamic Clinic: Multi veterinarian team with a strong veterinarian:nurse ratio - great collaboration with our sister clinics OurVets Parklands and Halswell. 
• Promotion of veterinary excellence: Our primary focus is on preventative medicine through our Best for Pet membership program.
• Equipped with in-house laboratory, digital X-ray, quality ultrasound, and emergency and critical care equipment for managing complex clinical cases.
•  Community engagement: We collaborate closely with local referral practices, fostering a supportive network - we even work with local NZ Police Dogs. We also have an in house dental referral service, provided by an experienced dental veterinarian - allowing you the flexibility to refer those tricky dental procedures with ease.

Looking for you:

• BVSc qualified (or equivalent) and registered, or eligible to practice in New Zealand.
• 5+ years of experience, comfortable with routine surgery and consultations
• We are looking for a collaborative team player, who is able to utilise our wonderful nurses effectively, and enjoys being part of a close-knit team. We thrive as a team working at a fast pace while having a laugh - if this sounds like you we would love to connect!

Contact Erin to apply - erin.trewin@vet.partners