Mixed Animal Veterinarian – Mat Leave (Apr 2026 – Jan 2027)

Experienced Mixed Animal Veterinarian (Small Animal–Leaning)
Maternity Leave Contract | April / May 2026 – December 2026

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Mixed Animal Veterinarian to join a well-established, supportive regional practice on a fixed-term maternity leave contract from approximately April / May 2026 through to December 2026 .

This is a small animal–leaning role (approximately 80% small animal, 20% mixed) and would suit a veterinarian who enjoys clinical variety without the demands of intensive production-animal workloads.

The Role

• Approximately 80% small animal medicine and surgery

• Around 20% mixed animal work , including:

  • Commercial farming clients

  • Hobby farmers (sheep, pigs, goats, alpacas, llamas)

  • Pleasure horses

• Established and loyal client base

• Well-equipped clinic with strong nursing and veterinary support

• Full-time maternity leave contract (part-time may be considered)

• Participation in the shared on-call roster appreciated

About You

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in mixed or small animal practice

• Confident in routine small animal consultations and surgery

• Comfortable managing basic mixed animal and equine cases

• Strong communication skills with a practical, down-to-earth approach

• Collaborative and team-focused

What’s On Offer

• Supportive and collaborative team culture

• Flexible rostering where possible

• Opportunity to enjoy true clinical variety without heavy production work

• Defined-term role with a smooth handover and excellent support

This position is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys predominantly small animal work while maintaining exposure to mixed practice in a balanced and manageable way.

For further information or to apply, please contact:
Kieron Wineberg – Lead Consultant
0426 956 621
✉️ kieron.wineberg@gvcvets.com

Confidential discussions are welcome.