AFTER-HOURS VETERINARIAN | WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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AFTER-HOURS VETERINARIAN | WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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A well-established, privately owned 24/7 Veterinary Hospital is seeking a skilled and confident Emergency Veterinarian to join its dedicated overnight emergency team. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys critical care and emergency medicine, and is passionate about making a real difference when patients need it most.
The hospital is home to a close-knit, supportive team known for its collaborative spirit, strong clinical standards, and ability to handle everything from emergency consultations to complex surgical procedures. The successful candidate will work a varied and rewarding night shift, managing emergency consultations, performing urgent surgical procedures, and overseeing hospitalised cases through the night.
This position offers flexibility, with permanent or part-time opportunities available and up to three night shifts per week. Additional daytime shifts may also be available for veterinarians seeking extra hours.
Shift Details:
- Night Shift: 9 PM – 9 AM
- Flexible permanent or part-time position
- Up to three shifts per week available
- Additional day shifts optional
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a minimum of 3 years’ veterinary experience
- Be confident working sole charge
- Have the ability to perform emergency surgeries independently
- Be comfortable managing a variety of medical and critical care cases
- Previous emergency experience or postgraduate studies will be highly advantageous
What’s on Offer:
- $1,150 per weekday night shift (including 12% superannuation)
- Additional commission on selected services, including consultations and surgeries performed after midnight
- Average additional commission of approximately $400 per shift, excluding surgical commissions
- Sponsorship opportunities available for veterinarians with degrees recognised in Australia
- Supportive and experienced emergency team environment
- Exposure to a varied and interesting caseload
This opportunity is ideal for an emergency-focused veterinarian looking to join a dynamic hospital environment where no two shifts are ever the same.
Apply online or contact amanda@optivet.co.za for more information.
Description
- Responding to emergency consultations and triaging urgent cases
- Performing emergency surgeries and life-saving procedures when required
- Diagnosing and treating critically ill or injured patients
- Monitoring and managing hospitalised animals throughout the shift
- Administering medications, fluids, pain relief, and ongoing treatments
- Providing compassionate communication and updates to pet owners during stressful situations
- Collaborating with veterinary nurses and support staff to ensure high standards of patient care
- Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment plans
- Stabilising patients for continued care or referral where necessary
- Handling a varied caseload including trauma, toxicity, respiratory distress, gastrointestinal emergencies, and post-operative complications
- Ensuring emergency equipment, medication, and treatment areas remain prepared and fully stocked
- Making confident clinical decisions in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
- Supporting continuity of care by providing detailed handovers to the daytime veterinary team
- Adhering to professional, ethical, and regulatory veterinary standards at all times
Minimum Requirements
- Has approximately 3 years of post-graduate veterinary experience
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care and client service
- Thrives in a team-oriented environment with open communication
- Enjoys working in a busy, modern, and well-resourced hospital
- Is dedicated to continuous learning and professional development
- Is registered with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)
- Is calm under pressure, adaptable, compassionate, and capable of working independently while still contributing positively to a team environment.