Senior Shelter Veterinarian

Sydney Dogs & Cats Home

South Strathfield

A unique opportunity for an experienced veterinarian with a passion for animal welfare to join the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home vet team in a part-time or full-time capacity.

• Join a friendly, supportive, and dynamic team dedicated to staff well-being, work-life balance and improving animal welfare

• Work in a modern fully equipped Veterinary Hospital

• Support the exciting transition to our new purpose-built facility in Kurnell.

The Sydney Dogs and Cats Home (SD&CH) is highly respected within the animal welfare sector, providing shelter, food and veterinary care to lost, homeless and abandoned animals, primarily dogs and cats, until a time when such animals can either be reunited with their owners or found a new, suitable home.

• Provide companion animals in our care with best practice care

• Provide engagement programs that benefit companion animals, SDCH & the community

• Attract and retain mission motivated talent

• Sustainable financial, systems and resources

At Sydney Dogs & Cats Home, our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) embodies a commitment to nurturing a workplace where every team member feels supported and thrives. Our dedication to professional growth and development is evident through regular workshops, mentorship, and upskilling opportunities that align with our strategic direction, fostering both personal enrichment and professional excellence. We take pride in our diverse work environments, our flexibility, and our focus on positive outcomes for our people, creating a supportive culture where innovation, wellbeing, and the courage to embrace change flourish.

We are committed to upholding a respectful and professional environment, free from negativity, while recruiting individuals who share our values and compassionate ethos. Together, we are shaping a future at Sydney Dogs & Cats Home, honouring our commitment to our staff and also setting a benchmark for excellence in workplace culture and best practice animal care.

2025 we are completing the construction of our new shelter which will be based in Kurnell.

As Senior Veterinarian, you will play an integral part in managing the animals within our care to ensure the best possible outcomes are achieved for them. This role will involve:

• Performing all aspects of medical and surgical veterinary care

• Working closely with the Head of Animal Care to develop and improve processes and procedures

• Assisting in the development and running of veterinary related programs including student, volunteer, and community programs

• Approaching patient treatment and care with compassion and the use of fear-free techniques to support the animals welfare

• Participation in community education programs, animal welfare events, media, and fundraising campaigns

• Collaborate with other departments in an efficient and respectful manner to achieve the best possible outcome for all animals in care

• Assist visiting specialists in complex cases

• Has a passion for companion animal welfare

• Strives to provide an exceptional level of patient care

• Has at least 3 years experience with a high level of competency in all aspects of medical and surgical veterinary care

• Is compassionate and dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for animals

• A commitment to or willingness to integrate fear-free handling

• A desire to continually promote companion animal welfare through education and support of the community

• A positive outlook and willingness to be involved in all aspects of the organisation

• The ability to work closely with a team as well as autonomously

• Experience working in animal welfare field will be highly regarded

Information :

• Company : Sydney Dogs & Cats Home
• Position : Senior Shelter Veterinarian
• Location : Parramatta NSW
• Country : AU