Figtree & Yallah, NSW | Lead Veterinarian | Small Animal
Lead with purpose. Grow a outstanding team. Make a difference.
Are you an experienced veterinarian ready to take the next step in your career?
Illawarra Animal Hospital, with hospitals in Figtree and Yallah, is looking for an experienced Lead Veterinarian to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of our hospital.
We provide comprehensive small animal care, with additional expertise in orthopaedic surgery and dedicated pet rehabilitation services. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your clinical skills with leadership, mentoring and team development.
What you'll be doing
As our Lead Veterinarian, you'll be an integral part of the hospital leadership team, helping to deliver exceptional patient care while supporting and developing our veterinary team.
Your role will include:
Providing high-quality clinical care across medical and surgical cases
Leading, mentoring and supporting our GP veterinary team
Acting as the line manager for GP veterinarians, providing guidance and support
Supporting performance reviews and ongoing professional development
Helping to develop the skills and confidence of our veterinary and nursing teams
Supporting the training of nurses and animal attendants when required
Working collaboratively with the hospital leadership team
Contributing to the development and implementation of the hospital marketing plan
Helping to continue building Illawarra Animal Hospital's reputation for outstanding veterinary care
Why join us?
At Illawarra Animal Hospital,



you'll be joining a team that values clinical excellence, collaboration and professional growth.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Take on a genuine leadership role while continuing to work clinically
Mentor and develop a supportive veterinary team
Work alongside experienced colleagues with interests in surgery, rehabilitation and more
Continue developing your own clinical and leadership skills
Be part of a collaborative hospital environment where your ideas and expertise are valued
About you
We're looking for an experienced small animal veterinarian who is ready to step into a leadership position.
You'll ideally have:
5+ years' experience in small animal general practice
A Bachelor or Doctor of Veterinary Science (or equivalent)
Current registration with the NSW Veterinary Practitioners Board
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A genuine passion for mentoring and developing others
The confidence to provide clinical leadership and support a veterinary team
A commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and client service
Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys working with people, wants to make a difference and is excited about helping a great team continue to grow.
Ready for your next chapter?
Whether you're looking for a leadership opportunity, a new challenge, a lifestyle change or a move to the beautiful Illawarra region, we'd love to hear from you.
Links for further information:
visit our website
Social media - Facebook and/or Instagram
Visit Destination Wollongong website
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