Emergency & Critical Care Vet

Companion Animal, Emergency Critical Care Vet

Are you ready to join a team where excellence, innovation, and compassion come together every single day? If you’re looking for a role in a vibrant, inclusive, and friendly clinic culture, this could be the position you’ve been dreaming of.

At Rangiora Veterinary Centre (RVC) , our mission is simple – to be the centre of veterinary excellence and innovation.

We live by our values of Excellence, Empathy, Respect, Teamwork, Community, and Innovation – and we’re looking for vets who feel the same.

ABOUT RVC

Established in the 1960’s.

Located on the outskirts of Rangiora, 25 minutes north of Christchurch, New Zealand.

A 24 / 7, 365 day a year first opinion and referral practice receiving patients from all over the South Island.

State‑of‑the‑art facilities in our purpose‑built clinic (opened 2013) with three custom‑designed theatres – including one dedicated to orthopaedics.

NZVA BestPractice and Hospital Standards Accredited

ISFM Gold Standard Cat Friendly Clinic

Full in‑house lab, ultrasound, digital DR X‑ray, endoscopy, and our Canon 78cm bore 128‑slice CT scanner.

A VTS anaesthesia technician and physiotherapy / rehabilitation team onsite.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Emergency & Critical Care Vet to join our companion animal team :

Weekend shifts required as part of the ECC roster

Focus on emergency and hospital caseloads, with access to advanced facilities and a skilled support team

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Competitive remuneration, reflective of your skills and experience
• Supportive, collegial, and fun team culture
• Generous CPD leave and allowance
• $500 annual wellbeing allowance (pro‑rata)
• Visa, VCNZ registration, and tailored relocation support available
• Work‑life balance actively prioritised
• The successful applicant will also be onboarded to the Lincoln Leading Edge Program, giving a qualification in veterinary non‑clinical skills.

WHY CHOOSE RANGIORA?

Living here means the best of both worlds – a thriving rural community with the convenience of Christchurch close by.

Adventure

Skiing, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, boating, and horse riding are all within an hour.

Lifestyle

Vibrant arts, culture, restaurants, wineries, and craft breweries.

Family‑friendly

Excellent schools, new swimming complex, sports clubs, and a safe, welcoming community.

Be part of something exceptional. Be part of RVC.

To apply or to have a confidential discussion about employment prospects please call or email our Companion Animal Clinic Coordinator, Rachel Hogan on :

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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