Join One of New Zealand’s Leading Emergency & Referral Hospitals
Are you looking for more than just another emergency job?
At ARC Vets, you’ll work alongside a collaborative team of emergency veterinarians, specialists, nurses, and support staff in one of New Zealand’s largest and most advanced referral hospitals.
Whether you’re an experienced emergency clinician, a rotating intern, or a GP veterinarian looking to transition into emergency medicine, we provide the support, mentorship, and caseload to help you thrive.
We are currently seeking full-time and part-time Emergency Veterinarians to join our growing team at ARC Central in Auckland.
Why ARC?
Work Alongside Specialists Every Day
ARC is home to specialists in:
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Critical Care
- Neurology
- Cardiology
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Oncology
- Dermatology
You’ll have direct access to specialist support, collaborative case discussions, and referral-level medicine while maintaining the excitement and variety of emergency practice.
Dedicated Emergency Leadership
Unlike many emergency hospitals, ARC has a dedicated Emergency Medical Director focused exclusively on supporting emergency clinicians through:
- Clinical mentorship and coaching
- Professional development
- Case review and feedback
- Workflow and systems improvement
- Leadership development opportunities
Our goal is to help emergency veterinarians build long, sustainable, and rewarding careers.
Modern Tools That Make Your Job Easier
Every veterinarian receives access to a complimentary CoVet AI transcription account to streamline medical records, reduce documentation burden, and allow you to spend more time focused on patient care.
Grow Your Career
ARC actively supports veterinarians interested in:
- Emergency and Critical Care development
- ANZCVS Membership preparation
- Leadership and management opportunities
- Clinical teaching and mentoring
- Quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Future internship, residency, or specialty pathways
Work-Life Balance
We recognise that emergency medicine is demanding. Our flexible roster is designed to support individual preferences while promoting a sustainable approach to emergency practice.
Competitive Benefits
We offer:
- Competitive remuneration from $120,000 NZD to $150,000 NZD commensurate with experience
- CPD allowance
- Paid professional memberships
- ANZCVS support
- Financial assistance for further study
- Complimentary CoVet AI transcription account
- Free gym access at ARC Central
- On-site parking
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellbeing support
- Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance may be available for suitable international candidates
Roster & Shift Structure
We believe transparency is important when considering a career in emergency medicine. Typical scheduling for this role includes:
- 75–80 hours worked per fortnight, as per roster
- Most shifts are 12.5-hour shifts:
Day Shift: 6:00am–6:30pm
Night Shift: 6:00pm–6:30am
- Consulting shifts are typically:
2:00pm–12:00am
- Approximately two weekends worked per four-week roster block
- Public holiday shifts are paid at the applicable higher rate and include alternative leave entitlements
- Rostering preferences are considered wherever possible, and we strive to create schedules that support both excellent patient care and work-life balance
The Role
As an Emergency Veterinarian, you’ll provide first-line emergency, critical care, and urgent medical services while working closely with our specialist teams.
You will manage a broad and rewarding caseload including:
- Trauma patients
- Toxicities
- Respiratory emergencies
- Sepsis
- Endocrine emergencies
- Neurologic emergencies
- Emergency surgeries
- Critical care and ICU patients
- Referral and specialist inpatients
Responsibilities include:
- Emergency assessment, stabilisation, and treatment
- Diagnostic investigation and case management
- Emergency surgical procedures
- Critical care monitoring and management
- Client communication and education
- Collaboration with specialists and referring veterinarians
- Preparation of clinical records, referral correspondence, and discharge summaries
Surgical mentorship and support are available for less experienced emergency clinicians.
Who Thrives at ARC?
- You may be a great fit if you:
- Enjoy fast-paced emergency medicine
- Value teamwork and collaboration
- Are comfortable asking questions and seeking support
- Want exposure to referral-level medicine
- Are motivated to continue developing your clinical skills
- Care deeply about patient outcomes and client experience
- Want to work in a positive, supportive environment where growth is encouraged
What We’re Looking For
- BVSc or equivalent degree recognised by the Veterinary Council of New Zealand
- Eligibility to work in New Zealand (visa support may be available)
- Minimum of 2 years of small animal clinical experience or completion of a rotating internship
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Commitment to excellent patient care and high clinical standards
- Positive, adaptable attitude and willingness to learn
Emergency experience or completion of a rotating internship is highly preferred, but not required for the right candidate.
We welcome applications from:
- Experienced Emergency Veterinarians
- Rotating Interns
- General Practice Veterinarians looking to transition into emergency medicine
About ARC Vets
Established in 2016, ARC Vets is a New Zealand family-owned referral and emergency hospital group with two state-of-the-art hospitals in Auckland.
As a 24/7 referral and emergency service, we provide specialist care across multiple disciplines and are equipped with advanced technology including:
- On-site CT
- On-site MRI
- Mechanical ventilation
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- Digital radiography
- Fluoroscopy
- Comprehensive in-house laboratory facilities
- Advanced ICU capabilities
With dedicated canine and feline spaces and a strong culture of collaboration, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians.
Why Auckland?
Auckland offers the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle.
Spend your days off exploring beaches, regional parks, hiking trails, islands, wineries, and some of New Zealand’s most spectacular outdoor destinations. Enjoy a mild climate, excellent schools,
diverse communities, and easy access to domestic and international travel.
Our Values
- We are one team.
- We do right by our patients.
- We value growth.
- We take ownership.
- We make referrals easy.
We believe great emergency medicine happens when people feel supported, challenged, and connected. We work hard, help each other, and invest heavily in developing our team.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a hospital where you’ll be supported, challenged, and given opportunities to grow, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply via online or contact us for a confidential discussion about the role via email to kaelyn.petras@arcvets.co.nz
We welcome applications from veterinarians throughout New Zealand and internationally.
Applications close 30 June 2026.
