Small Animal Veterinarian, Fear Free Hospital

Small Animal Veterinarian at Avoca Drive Animal Hospital, Australia's first Fear Free Certified veterinary hospital. A close-knit, independent small animal practice in Erina, on the Central Coast of NSW. The role offers the chance to practice medicine with time to do things properly and a team that has your back.

Key responsibilities

Provide small animal veterinary medicine and surgery

Conduct consultations using Fear Free, low-stress handling methods

Perform surgical procedures

Utilise AI-supported diagnostics including Vetology radiograph analysis, Zoetis Imagyst AI scanning microscope for cytology, and Butterfly iQ+ handheld ultrasound

Implement structured rechecks and best-practice medicine

Work collaboratively with nursing team who manage pharmacy, labelling, set-up, records, consents and client communication

About you

Registered, or eligible for registration, with the Veterinary Practitioners Board of NSW

Small animal experience, with confidence in surgery

A passion for Fear Free,



low-stress handling, or keen to learn it

A warm, clear communicator with clients and the team

Fear Free and CVE (University of Sydney) annual memberships fully funded

Personal VDA (Veterinary Defence Association) indemnity cover fully funded

Included under AVA practice membership

AI-supported diagnostics to reach answers faster and with more confidence

CoVet AI clinical notes support to finish on time

Flexible hours with roster tailored to your life

Coastal living with beaches, bushwalks and relaxed lifestyle, an hour from Sydney

Supportive owner who is a vet and understands the job

About us

Avoca Drive Animal Hospital is Australia's first Fear Free Certified veterinary hospital. We're a close-knit, independent small animal practice in Erina, on the beautiful Central Coast of NSW. Our philosophy is simple: Curating Joyful Longevity for every pet and family we care for.

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