Animal Emergency Veterinarian — Companion Animals

16 hours ago

Auckland CBD, New Zealand Index Recruitment Full time

About the company

Step into a place where every patient matters, teamwork runs deep, and excellence is simply how things are done.

Our client is a leading New Zealand veterinary group dedicated to advanced companion-animal care. Their purpose is to raise the standard of veterinary medicine in Aotearoa — bringing together emergency, surgical, internal medicine, cardiology, radiology, physiotherapy and rehabilitation under one roof.

Each hospital is built around collaboration: GPs, emergency vets, nurses and specialists working side-by-side to deliver the best possible outcomes for pets and their people. It's a fast-paced, emotionally rewarding environment where learning never stops and every shift brings something new.


About the role

You'll join a high-performing, well-resourced team caring for small animals in a 24/7 emergency hospital setting.

Typical shifts follow a 4 on / 4 off roster (two day shifts + two night shifts) averaging about 35 hours per week. Overnight you'll work alongside skilled veterinary nurses and be part of a collaborative hospital network that includes surgery, medicine, imaging, and cardiology specialists.

You'll handle the full range of small-animal cases — from triage and stabilisation through to diagnostics, surgery, and follow-up — always with a focus on clear communication, gold-standard care, and empathy for clients under pressure.


About you

You're a veterinarian who loves problem-solving, teamwork, and seeing the tangible difference your work makes.

You might already have emergency experience, or you could be a capable GP ready for a new challenge.

You'll bring:

  • A veterinary degree recognised by the New Zealand Veterinary Council (or eligibility for registration)
  • At least 2 years' clinical experience with small animals
  • Confidence in decision-making and communicating clearly in urgent situations
  • A collaborative, compassionate approach — the kind that keeps patients safe and teams strong

If you're motivated by learning, growth, and being part of something bigger, you'll thrive here.


Benefits

  • Excellent pay – $48 – $90 per hour (depending on experience) + $5 per hour night shift loading
  • Structured induction and mentoring with clear clinical protocols
  • Daily access to specialists and formal CPD pathways
  • Career progression into senior emergency or specialist-aligned roles
  • Supportive culture – kind, collaborative, and focused on doing right by every patient
  • Modern facilities – advanced imaging, diagnostics, and surgical capabilities

How to apply

If you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career — with great people beside you and every tool you need to succeed — we'd love to hear from you.

Click apply or contact us at or at for a confidential discussion.

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