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Experienced Veterinarian – Full Time 9-Day Fortnight

Accredited Hospital | Supportive Team

Marion Animal Hospital | Adelaide

Are you an experienced veterinarian looking for a workplace where you can practise a high standard of medicine without sacrificing your life outside the clinic?

At Marion Animal Hospital, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose between a rewarding veterinary career and having time for yourself, your family, friends and the things you enjoy.

We’re a hospital with a close-knit team of 12 veterinarians and a highly skilled nursing team. Many of our team members have been with us for 5–10+ years — we think that says a lot about the kind of workplace we’ve built.

A genuinely good work-life balance
We run a 9-day fortnight (76 hours). A typical fortnight might look like:

• 1-2 × Surgery shifts – 10 hours
• 2 × Morning consultation shifts – 8.5 hours
• 4 × Afternoon shifts – 7.5 hours, starting at 2:30 pm
• 1 × Weekend Day shift – 9 hours

Those afternoon starts give you extra time in the morning for hobbies, exercise, errands, family, a long breakfast, or simply a sleep-in. We’re also happy to discuss part-time or individually tailored arrangements.

Your time is valued
You’re paid for every minute you work — including case management, phone calls and completing records. We build 1.5–2 hours of admin time into each shift, plus a paid 40-minute meal break.

If an emergency surgery genuinely needs to happen after closing, overtime and professional fees are paid. We believe your time, skills and expertise are valuable — and your pay should reflect that.

A team that has your back
Starting somewhere new can feel daunting, so we don’t throw you in the deep end. You’ll be paired with an experienced veterinarian for as much (or as little) support as you need — someone to help you settle in, navigate the systems, and bounce ideas off.

You’ll also work alongside a highly skilled nursing team and colleagues with experience across surgery, emergency medicine, diagnostic imaging, cardiology, feline medicine, dentistry, orthopaedics and laparoscopic surgery. Whether you want to broaden your skills or deepen your expertise, there’s always someone nearby to learn from.

Keep learning without burning out
We want you to keep growing as a veterinarian, and we know CPD should feel achievable rather than overwhelming.

You’ll receive:

• A generous CPD allowance
• Regular internal CPD lunches and case discussions
• Opportunities to learn directly from experienced colleagues
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting caseload

We’re happy to support you in developing the clinical interests that matter to you.

A hospital where you can practise good medicine
Marion Animal Hospital is an independently owned ASAV-accredited, well-equipped small animal hospital in Adelaide’s southern suburbs. We have the equipment, nursing support and clinical experience to manage a varied caseload while still knowing when to ask for help.

We care about our people too
Veterinary medicine can be demanding, so we take wellbeing seriously. Our team has access to on-site mental health first aiders, an Employee Assistance Program, and a supportive management team. Asking questions is encouraged, and we’re proud that our team genuinely enjoys spending time together — both at work and outside of it.

• What you’ll receive $90,000–$130,000 base salary + super (depending on experience and skill set)
• Paid for every minute you work, including overtime, admin time and meal breaks
• Overtime and professional fees for after-hours emergency surgery
• 9-day fortnight (part-time and flexible options considered)
• Generous CPD budget
• Veterinary Surgeons Board of SA registration, EPA radiation licence, Sydney CVE and VIN membership covered
• Employee discounts and a free bag of Hill’s pet food every 3 months
• A supportive and experienced veterinary and nursing team

What we’re looking for
An experienced veterinarian who:

• Holds a DVM or equivalent bachelor or higher qualification and is eligible for registration in South Australia
• Relevant work experience as a small animal veterinarian
• Demonstrated ability to independently assess and manage veterinary cases.
• Enjoys providing compassionate contextualised care
• Values good communication and lasting client relationships
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Wants to keep developing their skills
• Is looking for a place where they can build a long-term career without sacrificing their quality of life

Come and meet us
Choosing your next role is a big decision. We’d love you to come for a coffee, meet the team, have a look around the hospital, and see if it feels like the right fit.

Apply to Dr Emma Nelson and we’d be happy to arrange a confidential chat or clinic visit.