We are looking for a board eligible/board certified equine surgeon or an experienced equine veterinarian with significant surgical experience to join our team of five equine veterinarians as part of a planned succession for our current surgeon, who is nearing retirement.
Our purpose-built equine hospital facility is located on the edge of Invercargill in southern New Zealand. Our equine hospital is set on 1.5 hectares adjacent to the Invercargill Racecourse and operates from a recently developed barn featuring:
Caseload & Clinical Work
Our client population consists of approximately 40% Standardbred racehorses, 5% Thoroughbred racehorses, and 55% sport and pleasure horses. The current surgical caseload is currently light, with approximately 55-65 standing and table surgeries per year. We have a highly motivated client base and a large referral catchment area, with owners who are committed to obtaining the best possible care for their horses.
The role includes a mix of:
You will be joining:
You will also participate in a shared on-call roster.
Equipment
Southland Community & Lifestyle
VetSouth is a proudly New Zealand-owned veterinary group with nine clinics across Southland and South Otago and is part of a wider network of over 50 clinics throughout New Zealand and Australia. This provides our veterinarians with strong professional support, ongoing development opportunities, and the backing of a progressive and influential organisation within the veterinary industry.
VetSouth is proud to be actively involved in the local equine community. We regularly sponsor equestrian events and races, deliver seminars, and support pony clubs and racing cadet training programmes.
Invercargill and the surrounding region offer a great balance of strong community connection with the conveniences of a larger town. The area provides easy access to an abundance of New Zealand’s most beautiful natural landscapes in Fiordland, The Catlins, and Central Otago, offering a wonderful playground for those who love snow sports, hiking, camping, wine tasting, and exceptional food. Invercargill also offers excellent schools, childcare options, and an amazing community network of social sports and activities.
What We Offer
Interested?
We are highly motivated to find the right long-term fit for our practice. If you’re considering your next career move within the next 1–2 years, we would love to hear from you.
📩 Contact: [email protected] for a detailed position description and a further discussion.
More about us:
Website: https://www.vetsouth.co.nz/equine/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VetSouthEquine
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