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Practice Manager
Job Location:
Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
16 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
13 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Description
Are you a seasoned Veterinary Nurse looking to progress or an experienced Practice Manager seeking a fresh opportunity
Pet Doctors Thorndon is looking for a Full Time Practice Manager to join our Wellington team.
This is a hands on leadership role where you will continue supporting veterinary nursing duties while guiding and developing a high performing team. You will work closely with our Lead Vet alongside a skilled group of veterinarians and nurses in a well established small animal clinic conveniently located next to Wellington train station.
This opportunity suits someone who thrives on teamwork values a positive clinic culture and enjoys helping others grow. Whether you are stepping up from a senior nursing role or bringing established leadership experience you will be supported with ongoing development and guidance from your Regional Manager and a wider network of Practice Managers.
What you will be doing
- Overseeing the smooth day to day running of the clinic
- Managing administration including rostering stock control and facilities
- Leading team meetings and driving communication
- Supporting performance development and mentoring of the nursing team
- Coordinating training programs along with health safety and wellbeing initiatives
- Working with management to achieve financial and operational goals
- Staying hands on with clinical nursing in a fully equipped clinic offering medical and surgical services radiology including dental and ultrasound
- Supporting reception and wider clinic duties as needed
What you will bring
- Strong attention to detail and sound clinical knowledge
- Confidence working independently while collaborating with a wider team
- A genuine passion for team culture development and patient care
- Small Animal Vet Nursing experience
Whats on offer
- Be part of a connected network of veterinary professionals
- Access wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Program via Sonder
- Additional paid parental leave and return to work support
- Staff discounts and benefits including Fitness Passport
- Recognition programs that celebrate success
- Health insurance after qualifying period
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing leadership development opportunities
Join a clinic where your leadership makes a real difference to both your team and your patients.
Apply today!
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
VetPartners is built on the philosophy 'Join Us Stay You'. We provide benefits of infrastructure, allowing vets control of decisions and patient care.
