Locum Veterinarian
via Optivet · Cape Town, Western Cape
- Pay
- Market related
- Type
- Contract
- Experience
- Between 3 - 5 Years
- Level
- Skilled
- Sector
- Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
- Closes
- in 30 days
- Recruiter
- Optivet · All jobs at Optivet
About the role
An established and well-regarded small animal clinic in the beautiful Cape Town region is seeking a skilled and experienced Veterinarian to join its dedicated team on a 6-month contract.
The position will provide maternity leave cover and is ideally suited to a compassionate veterinary professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care while building strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
The ideal candidate will be:
A qualified and experienced Veterinarian with small animal clinical experience
Compassionate, dedicated and patient-focused
Confident in managing a varied small animal caseload
Professional, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team
Committed to maintaining high standards of veterinary care
Position details:
Contract: 6 months – maternity leave cover
Start date: October 2026
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive veterinary team while enjoying the lifestyle and beauty that the Cape Town region has to offer.
If dedication, compassion and quality patient care are at the heart of what they do, this could be the opportunity they have been waiting for.
Apply online or contact Amanda at [email protected] for more information.
- Conducting routine and advanced medical consultations
- Diagnosing and managing a wide range of small animal medical conditions
- Performing surgical procedures and overseeing peri-operative patient care
- Delivering compassionate, clear client communication and education
- Managing in-hospital patients and contributing to treatment planning
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and adhering to hospital protocols
What they're looking for
- BVSc Degree
- SAVC Registration
- Updated CPD Points
- Excellent Communication Skills, Verbal and Written
- Relationship-building abilities and a love for animals
- Ability to take Sole charge when needed
- Sales Skills will be an advantage
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