Lead Veterinarian

Vision Australia

24d • Onsite

About The Position

As our Lead Veterinarian, you will be responsible for the overall delivery, quality, and sustainability of all veterinary and dog‑health services within Seeing Eye Dogs. In this role you will also: Oversee and monitor the health and welfare of all Seeing Eye Dogs across breeding, puppy development, training, and working life Provide veterinary services including clinical examinations, diagnostics, radiography, dispensing and management of medications, procedures, and surgeries Participate in on‑call arrangements pro-rata to provide veterinary advice and support, including for whelps and urgent dog health matters View the Position Description for this role

Requirements

• A degree in Veterinary Science (or equivalent) recognised in Australia
• A minimum 5 years full time equivalent experience as a practicing small animal veterinarian is required
• Demonstrated advanced clinical competence in small‑animal veterinary practice, including diagnostics, surgery (including but not limited to desexing, c-section, wound repair, gastrointestinal surgery), anaesthesia, and medical case management
• Ability to perform in a ‘sole-charge’ capacity, including ability to competently perform complex surgeries such as caesarean section and mature bitch ovariohysterectomy autonomously
• Strong understanding of canine health across the full lifecycle, including preventative care, chronic disease management, and rehabilitation

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor the health and welfare of all Seeing Eye Dogs across breeding, puppy development, training, and working life
• Provide veterinary services including clinical examinations, diagnostics, radiography, dispensing and management of medications, procedures, and surgeries
• Participate in on‑call arrangements pro-rata to provide veterinary advice and support, including for whelps and urgent dog health matters

Benefits

• Additional leave is available via our purchase leave and accrued day off schemes
• Annual salary review to ensure your pay is in-line with the market rates
• On-the-job skill development and coaching available
• Location is easily accessible by public transportation and parking available on-site

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees