Regional Victoria

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Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula jobs are on a separate page

NSW Border - Echuca Moama - 3 vet small animal practice, Graduate Program
NSW Border - Corowa - 2.5 vet mixed practice
NSW Border - Rutherglen - 2 vet small animal practice
NSW Border - Albury-Wodonga - 5 vet small animal practice - 2-4 days/wk for 5 months with permanent option
Goulburn Valley - Shepparton North - 6 vet small animal practice
High Country Gateway - Benalla - 2 vet mixed practice, small animal only considered
VIC North Central - Bendigo - 6 vet small animal practice
VIC North Central - Bendigo East - 13 vet equine practice, Equine Surgeon (Specialist)
Western VIC - Horsham - 6 vet small animal practice, Graduate Program
Grampians/Pyrenees - Ararat/Beaufort - 4 vet 2 clinic mixed practice
Victorian Alps Foothills - Mansfield - 6 vet mixed practice, small animal only vacancy
Macedon Ranges - Kyneton - 11 vet mixed practice
Central VIC - Broadford - 3 vet small animal practice, Graduate Program
SW Coast - Warrnambool - 10 vet mixed practice
SW Coast - Portland - 3 vet mixed animal practice, Companion Animal only vets considered
Geelong - CSIRO - Head of Biological Studies
Geelong - CSIRO - Animal Studies Operations Lead
Geelong - CSIRO - Facility Manager - Secure Animal Facility
Geelong - CSIRO - Facility Veterinarians
Geelong - Geelong West - 21 vet 4 clinic small animal practice - Lead Vet
Geelong - Newtown - small animal referral hospital - SA Diagnostic Imaging Internship
Geelong - Newtown - small animal referral hospital - ECC Internship
Geelong - Newtown - small animal referral hospital - ECC Vets
Geelong - Newtown - small animal referral hospital - Small Animal Rotating Internship
Geelong - Highton - 21 vet, 4 clinic small animal practice - Senior Vet, Advanced Surgery & Orthopaedics
Geelong - Highton - 21 vet, 4 clinic small animal practice - experienced GP
Geelong - Highton - 21 vet, 4 clinic small animal practice - new grad vacancy
Geelong - Highton - 21 vet, 4 clinic small animal practice - Daytime Urgent & ECC Vet
Geelong - Newcomb - 26 vet, 6 clinic small animal practice
Geelong - Belmont - 3 vet small animal practice
Great Ocean Road Gateway - Surfcoast - Torquay - 6 vet small animal practioce, Saturdays
Yarra Valley/Dandenong Ranges - Macclesfield - 4 vet ambulatory equine practice
Phillip Island - Cowes - 5 vet small animal practice
Gippsland - Orbost - 3 vet mixed practice
Gippsland - Leongatha - 9.5 large animal practice, production animal vet, dairy focus

NEWCOMB, GEELONG - SMALL ANIMAL

Bellarine Veterinary Practice are currently looking for small animal veterinarians who can work across our 6 clinics. We encourage both experienced veterinarians and new grads to apply.

About Bellarine Veterinary Practice

Bellarine Veterinary Practice has been providing quality care to animals in the Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula area for over 45 years. Our clinics are located in Newcomb, Grovedale, Drysdale, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove and Point Lonsdale, with our main hospital at Newcomb holding AVA hospital of excellence accreditation.

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We value education and development, providing a great learning environment, not only for new graduates. Several of our vets have achieved their memberships across surgery, medicine and dentistry, with others having special interests in pocket pets, wildlife and behaviour. Our size and diversity provide additional opportunities for case discussions, social engagement and support.

It is our mission is to provide "Individual solutions to all pet problems and to be the best veterinary workplace".

About the role

In this exciting diverse role, you will be performing a combination of consults as well as a wide range of surgeries which can be done independently or under the guidance of one of our senior vets depending on your experience.

As part of the BVP team you will be fully equipped to succeed with superior facilities as well as being fully supported by our amazing team of qualified and highly skilled nurses.

We are passionate about providing our employees with a work/life balance therefore, there is no after-hours work and we are not open on Sundays or Public Holidays.

What you'll need to succeed

BVSc or equivalent, and registration to practice in Australia
Strong communication and client relationship building skills
Excellent time management skills and the ability to think on the go
Commitment to best practice and continuing education
Embody our core values: Honesty, Reliability, Unity, Caring and Fun

This is a physically and mentally demanding job and you must be able to work in a noisy, fast paced, stressful and emotional environment. You must also have strong self-resilience with the ability to perform well under pressure, remaining calm and composed in challenging and/or emotionally complex situations.

What we can offer you

The opportunity to join a practice that values its employees and enables them to truly thrive
$2,750 (pro rata) yearly CPD allowance plus 1 week study leave
Competitive hourly rate
Generous employee discounts
Work/life balance
Employee assistance program membership
Continuing support and education
Social events (such as the end of year celebrations)

If this sounds like the place you want to be then please contact Libby Johnson (HR Manager) libby.johnson@bellvet.com.au or phone 03 5248 2009.

For more information, see www.bellvet.com.au

LEONGATHA, SOUTH GIPPSLAND - LARGE ANIMAL & EQUINE - PRODUCTION ANIMAL VET

Production Animal Veterinarian

Do you have greater than two years production animal experience?

Are you seeking a role where you can build strong relationships within a largely dairy orientated, rural area, with progressive farmers while enjoying an incredible regional lifestyle?

Gippsland Veterinary Group is seeking a Production Animal Veterinarian to join our experienced and supportive production animal team.
Based predominantly in South Gippsland, you'll work across a diverse caseload including:

Herd health and production medicine
Pregnancy testing and reproductive work
Calving support
Lameness investigations and treatment
Sick and down cow medicine
Calf health and preventative programs
On-farm consulting and client education

At GVG, you'll be backed by a collaborative team of vets, production animal assistants and support staff who genuinely enjoy working together with support and mentoring to help you to thrive.

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When you join GVG you will:

Be exposed to a high caseload of clinical work
Be supported by directors that work in the business as practising vets
Work in a diverse and rewarding cattle practice with an established dairy client base
Be supported by experienced and approachable mentors
Work in up to date facilities with modern equipment
Be supported with a generous $3000 annual Continuing professional development allowance and one week of conference leave per year pro rata
Have pathways to leadership opportunities
Have a fantastic regional lifestyle close to beaches, wineries and national parks but still remain an easy commute back to Melbourne and metro ethos

If you're keen to work in one of Australia's most beautiful farming regions and make a significant difference to local farming businesses, creating meaningful relationships and building a fulfilling veterinary career, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact: recruit@gippsvet.com.au

https://www.gippsvet.com.au

BROADFORD, CENTRAL VICTORIA - SMALL ANIMAL, GRADUATE PROGRAM

Broadford Veterinary Clinic

About Us

Located just outside of Melbourne, Broadford Veterinary Clinic is committed to providing exceptional patient and client care. Our team culture is built on trust, teamwork, accountability and compassion, creating a supportive environment where both our patients and people can thrive.

Our recently renovated hospital is well equipped with in-house blood machines, digital x-ray, ultrasound, Doppler, advanced anaesthetic monitoring, digital dental radiology and a dedicated dental suite featuring a height-adjustable table, Vettome, IM3 dental x-ray and equipment for advanced dental procedures.

We are a supportive small animal practice who are passionate about mentoring and clinical development. Our team holds regular case discussions and dedicated research/admin time each week, with individual desk space for vets to focus on case work and learning.

The Role

We are seeking a Full-Time Graduate Veterinarian to join our team in the new year. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone starting their career who's looking for a supportive, well-established clinic with experienced professionals to guide them.

You'll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of cases, helping you build confidence and develop your skills with a strong team behind you.

Be part of the Vets Central New grad program:

As part of the Vets Central New Graduate Program, you'll embark on a 24-month mentored journey designed to support your transition from university into your veterinary career.

You'll have access to ongoing mentorship, professional development and a supportive community, while enjoying a healthy work-life balance and plenty of opportunities to connect, learn and have fun along the way.

Learn more about the program at newgrads.vet.

What your first year as a Vets Central New Graduate could look like:

Dedicated development weeks – Spend a week on the Gold Coast and a week in Sydney, with hands-on learning opportunities including wet labs, plus a few fun activities along the way!
1:1 clinic mentorship – Personalised advice, guidance and support from an accredited mentor in your clinic.
Fortnightly live tutorials – Interactive clinical and professional development sessions covering practical topics to build your knowledge and confidence.
Access to the VC Learning Academy – A range of learning and development resources to support your ongoing growth.
Paid professional memberships – We'll cover relevant professional membership costs as you start your veterinary career.

To be successful in this role, you will:

Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) or equivalent recognised in Australia
A positive, team-oriented attitude with a passion for growth

Additional benefits include:

'You're Pawesome' – Unique bonus opportunity (LTI) – 10% on top of your salary paid out as a cash bonus at the end of three years!
Paid Parental Leave and 'Paid Purrental Leave' for your furry family members
Paid Veterinary Board Registration, radiation license, and VIN membership
Novated vehicle leasing options and Fitness Passport membership!
Certified as a Great Place to Work!
Personal Wellness – Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous team member referral bonus
Paid Continuing Education leave plus generous financial support for training and courses
Mental Health & Wellbeing prioritised—we are an accredited Skilled Mental Health First Aid® workplace
A strong professional support network across Vets Central

Application Process:

Initial screening call with our Recruitment Officer (10 minutes)
In person interview with our Lead Vet and Practice Manager (30 minutes)
Offer

Ready to Join a Supportive Team?

If you are ready to kickstart your veterinary career in a supportive and friendly team environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now - upload your CV (and cover letter if you'd like) and take the next step in your career with Broadford Veterinary Clinic to embark on your new adventure with a supportive team

TORQUAY, SURFCOAST - SMALL ANIMAL, SATURDAYS New Position

Miss the patients, but not the long hours?

Casual Saturday Veterinarian | Torquay & Surfcoast Veterinary Clinics

Looking to keep your hand in clinical practice without committing to a full working week?

We might have just the opportunity for you!

We're looking for an experienced veterinarian to join our friendly team on Saturday mornings, 9am–1pm, in a consulting-focused role.

Whether you're working in another area of the veterinary industry, juggling family commitments, easing back into clinical practice or simply looking to earn a little extra income, we'd love to hear from you.

A little about us

We're a well-established, independently owned practice with a wonderful reputation in our local community.

We pride ourselves on providing excellent veterinary care, with a friendly, experienced nursing team and a supportive, positive workplace.

Our clinic is well-equipped with digital radiography, dental X-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory facilities and laser therapy, so you'll have the tools and support to practise quality medicine.

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Sound like something you'd enjoy?

We'd love to have a chat, even if you're just curious!

Contact Julia at torquayvetpm@gmail.com or call Kate: 0448 990 060.

See www.torquayvetclinic.com.au, and

BENALLA, HIGH COUNTRY GATEWAY - MIXED, SMALL ANIMAL ONLY CONSIDERED

High Country lifestyle, with a career to match!

Waking to country air, after spending your weekly 3 days off skiing through crisp snow, or horse riding through bushranger country, grabbing a fresh coffee and heading into the clinic, where a true blue rural day could take place. One day you could be consulting one of our local farmers, pulling a calf, the next seeing one of our many devoted smallies clients, no two weeks are the same! However, with our friendly and tight-knit staff, you'll feel right at home!

Privately owned, and taken over by a long term associate. Barkly Street Vets Benalla is expanding and has a unique opportunity for a motivated veterinarian who is looking to grow their career with us in a true mixed practice environment and be a part of an inclusive team that strives to give current best practice, to a town who truly appreciates it.

About us:

Barkly Street Vets is an integral part of the Benalla community whose main goal is to provide essential services to locals within our area. We are an enthusiastic and experienced team of veterinary professionals who are dedicated to providing current best practice and compassion to our clients. For this reason, we are proud to assist with post graduate training in your chosen field, daily mentorship, friendship and security in knowing we're a country clinic that's got many years of growth ahead.

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Vetting and sponsoring local horse events, involvement in local country shows, sporting events and supporting our wildlife shelters are some of the ‘feel good’ work you will be proud to be a part of.

We work closely with local farmers which are a true mix of sheep, beef and dairy (70% smallies 30% large) due to Benalla's central location. Our facility is equipped with everything required for both small and large animal surgeries and medicine. Including brand new DR X-ray, ultrasound (for equine and smallies), cattle preg testing ultrasound, everything required for small animal and equine dentistry, full in house ABAXIS laboratory, basic orthopaedic equipment, and much more! Experience will be easy to gain no matter your chosen interest.

We also have;

A focus on work life balance, this includes a standard 4 day work week.
30 minute consults, so you have time to be thorough and stay on top of notes.
No after hours (this service will only be offered when our team is large enough to make a sustainable roster, and will be discussed beforehand).
Quarterly team activities e.g. dinner, bowling, paint and sip.
Flexibility with your role, e.g. small and large animal workload tailored to your preference.
We're proudly inclusive to people from all walks of life, a devoted and welcoming team, making for a fantastic work environment.
The option to bring your friendly dog to work, to hang out with some of the staff dogs in the secure back yard, and enjoy a walk around the lake on your lunch break.

We are ideally looking for another enthusiastic mixed practice veterinarian, and we are open to them working in a part time or full time capacity. We would be more than happy to accommodate a parent that can only work during school hours. A small animal only role would be considered for an exceptional applicant!

About the town of Benalla:

Benalla is a charming rural town at the gateway of the Victorian high country, for this reason it is a playground for those who thrive in an outdoor lifestyle where you can truly ‘switch off’. Close to your choice of ski fields in the winter, waterfalls and swimming spots in the summer, as well as hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. It has a thriving sports and recreation centre, as well as being home to impressive equine facilities which regularly hosts large horse events.

Weekly markets are held within the town and surrounds, where you can support locals by purchasing fresh home grown produce and trinkets. Alongside this it is also close to the bigger rural town of Wangaratta for your shopping fix, it also supplies you with great food and dining experiences.

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary package (tailored to your experience level)
Structured new-graduate mentoring program
1 week study leave (pro-rata for part-time)
Generous CPD allowances to support your development
Very generous staff discounts on clinic services for your own pets

Where to apply:

Apply directly by email to Jade at jade.e.noyes@gmail.com; or phone call 0404 759 085 or 03 5762 6168.

We're happy to provide staff references for peace of mind and to see if we are the right fit for you!

See our website

WESTERN VIC - HORSHAM - GRADUATE PROGRAM - SMALL ANIMALS New Position

Graduate Companion Animal Veterinarian
Horsham Veterinary Hospital | Horsham, Victoria

Want to become the kind of small animal vet who feels confident working up the interesting cases, not just the straightforward ones?
At Horsham Veterinary Hospital, you'll get the clinical variety of regional practice with an experienced team around you while you learn.

We're an ASAV accredited companion animal hospital with a close-knit team of vets, qualified nurses and reception staff who genuinely enjoy working together. For a graduate wanting strong foundations in medicine, surgery, diagnostics and emergency care, Horsham is a pretty exciting place to start.

Why Horsham?

Regional practice brings variety.

You'll gain experience across preventative care, medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics and emergency cases, with the opportunity to tackle more complicated medical and surgical cases as your confidence grows.
We take a collaborative approach to cases and use a team consulting model, so you'll be supported by a nurse during consults and have experienced colleagues around you to bounce cases off.
You don't need to know everything on day one. We want to help you become the vet you imagined you would be when you started vet school.

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Great cases. Great equipment. Plenty to learn.

Our hospital is equipped to let you properly investigate and work up your cases, including:

In house IDEXX laboratory with SediVue
Digital radiography and ultrasound
Digital dental radiography
Multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring
Endoscopy and video otoscopy
Tonometry and electrocautery
SmartFlow and EzyVet

For a graduate, that means hands on experience using diagnostics and building your clinical reasoning rather than simply learning when to refer.

What you'll receive

Above award graduate salary
Relocation assistance
One week paid study leave each year
Veterinary registration paid
Support towards professional memberships and subscriptions
VetEducation membership
Structured graduate development and ongoing CPD
Employee Assistance Program
Staff discounts on veterinary products and services
Retail, travel and gym discounts
Four weeks annual leave
Five days paid volunteer leave

Your working week

After hours is shared with a neighbouring clinic and supported by a trained triage team that filters calls and takes deposits.
As a graduate, the focus is on building your skills and confidence with experienced people around you as you transition into practice.

Life in Horsham

Horsham offers the ease and affordability of regional living while still providing the amenities of a major regional centre.
You'll have sporting and community activities, schools and healthcare locally, with national parks nearby for hiking, camping and weekends outdoors.
It's somewhere you can get to know your clients, become part of the community and have a life outside the clinic too.

About you

We're looking for a graduate who wants to become a really capable companion animal vet.
You don't need to arrive as an accomplished surgeon or have every complicated medical case figured out. We're looking for someone who:

Enjoys companion animal medicine and surgery
Is curious and wants to understand their cases
Enjoys working collaboratively with vets and nurses
Communicates well with clients
Is comfortable asking questions
Wants to develop strong clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills

If you're enthusiastic, curious and prepared to learn, we'll help you build the rest.

Ready to start your veterinary career?

Your first year is where everything you learned at university starts becoming real.
See the cases. Work them up. Use the diagnostics. Learn surgery. Experience emergencies. Talk through the difficult ones with your team. And gradually realise you're becoming the vet you spent all those years training to be.

If you want a first job that gives you the cases, equipment and support to become a really capable companion animal vet, come and start your career at Fur Life Vet Horsham.

We'd love to hear from you. Apply with your cover letter and resume via the link: https://apiam.bamboohr.com/careers/100 or contact Corinne at corinne.warnick@apiam.com.au or 0458 387 478 to discuss the role.

MURRAY RIVER - ECHUCA - SMALL ANIMALS - GRADUATE PROGRAM 2027 New Position

Graduate Companion Animal Veterinarian
Echuca & Moama Veterinary Clinic | Echuca, Victoria

Rather know everyone you work with than get lost in a huge hospital?

At Echuca & Moama Veterinary Clinic, you'll join a close knit, community focused companion animal practice where people genuinely work together.
The clinic has a loyal, long standing client base and a team that prides itself on being approachable, collaborative and supportive, with a strong focus on providing great veterinary care while maintaining balance outside work.

For a new graduate who wants to build strong companion animal foundations, know the people around them and have experienced vets and nurses there to support them, Echuca is a pretty great place to start.

Why Echuca?

Sometimes smaller is exactly what you want when you're starting your career.
You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and a capable nursing and reception team, giving you people around you to ask questions, discuss cases with and learn from as your confidence grows.

The team includes experience in small animal surgery and canine rehabilitation, giving you the opportunity to learn alongside vets with established areas of expertise.

Rather than expecting you to know everything on day one, we want to help you build your clinical skills, decision making and confidence at a pace that works for you.

A graduate position where your nurses are part of the team

One of the things we particularly like about the way Echuca works is its approach to nursing support.

Nurses are actively involved in helping the day run smoothly, allowing you to focus more of your attention on your patients and clients. The clinic also places a genuine emphasis on work life balance.

As a new graduate, you'll have the opportunity to build your skills across an interesting and varied companion animal caseload and develop your own clinical interests as your experience grows. An interest in dentistry would be particularly welcomed by the team.

You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what type of companion animal vet you want to become. That's part of what your graduate year is for.

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What you'll receive

Above award salary
Relocation assistance
One-week paid study leave each year
Veterinary registration paid
$1,000 towards professional memberships and subscriptions
Structured graduate development and ongoing CPD
Employee Assistance Program
Staff discounts on veterinary products and services
Retail, travel and gym discounts
Four weeks annual leave
Five days paid volunteer leave

Your working week

The full time position is worked as a nine day fortnight, giving you a rostered day off each fortnight.
The clinic shares after hours responsibilities across the veterinary team. The position information provided by the clinic includes at least one weekday on call shift and one on call weekend shift each month.
After hours calls are supported by the Vetriage service, which filters calls before they reach the veterinarian and takes deposits.

For a graduate, the focus is on building your skills with an experienced team around you rather than expecting you to have everything figured out from day one.

Life in Echuca Moama

Then there is everything outside work.
Echuca and Moama sit on the Murray River and offer the ease of regional living while still having great cafes, restaurants, sporting and outdoor activities and the amenities you want close by.
It is the kind of place where you can become part of the community, develop long term relationships with your clients and still have plenty to enjoy when the working day finishes.

If you're looking for somewhere that feels manageable enough to settle into but still has plenty happening around you, Echuca offers a lovely balance.

About you

We're looking for a graduate veterinarian who genuinely wants to build strong foundations in companion animal practice.
You don't need to arrive as an accomplished surgeon or have every consult figured out.

We are much more interested in someone who:

Enjoys companion animal medicine and surgery
Wants to learn from experienced vets and nurses
Values teamwork and collaboration
Communicates well with clients and colleagues
Is comfortable asking questions
Wants to build great relationships with clients and their pets
Is keen to keep learning and developing their clinical skills

If you are enthusiastic, kind, willing to learn and want to be part of a team where people actually know and support each other, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to start your veterinary career?

Your first veterinary job doesn't need to be in a huge hospital to give you a great clinical foundation.

Sometimes the best place to learn is somewhere you know your teammates, know your clients and have experienced people beside you as you work out what kind of vet you want to become.

Build your companion animal skills. Learn from an experienced team. Work alongside nurses who are genuinely part of how the clinic operates. And start your career in a community on the Murray River where you can build a life outside work as well.

Come and start your veterinary career with Echuca & Moama Veterinary Clinic.

We'd love to hear from you. Apply with your cover letter and resume via the link: https://apiam.bamboohr.com/careers/94 or contact Corinne at corinne.warnick@apiam.com.au or 0458 387 478 to discuss the role.

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EAST GIPPSLAND - MIXED PRACTICE

Veterinarian – Permanent Position in Paradise

The Vet & Co Orbost are looking to add another veterinarian to our team. The role is open to experienced vets and new grads. We offer mixed practice Monday to Friday, with no on-call or weekend work.

The Vet & Co Orbost is situated within 15 minutes of the beach and surrounded by beautiful bushland.

About Us

The Vet & Co are the sole vet clinic in Orbost, servicing a large area and wide range of clients; it is not unusual to see farm animals, routine small animal consults and native wildlife all within a single day.

Currently we have 2-3 vets on staff and are looking for another to join the team. Our clinic offers all routine small animal care and surgery, large animal care (dairy, beef, equine), orthopaedic and brachycephalic surgery, stabilisation of and ongoing support to wildlife rehabilitation cases.

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The Role

A typical week will involve mixed consulting with a surgical day and possible farm calls. Once per month a vet and nurse travel to our outreach clinic in Mallacoota.

Our vets are encouraged to follow their professional passions, with one of our vets having a special interest in internal medicine and another focussed on complex surgical procedures. However, all vets will cover all areas as needed.

We are open to experienced vets as well as newly qualified vets graduating at the end of 2026.

What you'll bring

A passion for mixed practice, surgery & medicine
Enthusiasm to learn and progress in your professional skills
A collaborative nature that is happy to work alongside a wonderful group of vets and support staff
Ongoing, unrestricted permission to work in Australia

What we'll bring

Above award wages
Varied and interesting mixed practice
A great team
Professional development support
Full time (or part time - flexible), permanent employment with no on call – work-life balance is key!
The opportunity to live and work in an incredibly beautiful part of East Gippsland

To Apply

Please email your resume and a cover letter detailing experience, areas of interest and a little about yourself to Cam Dawson, Practice Manager at accounts@thevetandco.au

www.thevetandco.au

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MACCLESFIELD, OUTER EAST MELBOURNE - EQUINE New Position

Equine Veterinarian – Elite Equine Veterinarians

Macclesfield, Victoria | Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges

Full-time or part-time | Flexible start between December 2026 and February 2027

We are looking for an equine veterinarian to join our team.

About us

Elite Equine Veterinarians is an ambulatory practice based in Macclesfield, at the gateway to the Yarra Valley wine region and the Dandenong Ranges. Performance horses make up much of our work, and we also care for pleasure horses and breeding stock across the Yarra Valley, Dandenong Ranges and Cardinia.

At the clinic and out on the road, you'll have access to:

A large examination room with secure stocks, an outdoor arena, safe yards and reproduction facilities
Digital radiography, ultrasound and an Equinosis Lameness Locator
An in-house laboratory, gastroscopy, laser and shockwave equipment
A mobile dental crush with scales, oroscopes and water-cooled dental instruments

The role

You'll see a varied caseload across ridden performance assessments, lameness, dentistry, preventive care, general medicine, ambulatory emergencies and seasonal reproduction.

Experience in dentistry or reproduction would be an advantage.

We play to each vet's strengths. If you enjoy working through a lameness case, have a particular interest in ultrasonography or would love to take on an established dental caseload, we'd like to hear about it. We want to know what you do well and what you'd like the opportunity to do more of.

Our team

You'll be part of a close team of vets and experienced nurses who know our horses and clients well. We have daily huddles, regular team training and direct mentoring, with time to talk through a case or ask for a second opinion.

We take pride in the standard of care we provide, and we like having a laugh together. We value people who listen to their colleagues, give owners honest advice and follow through for their patients. Those qualities matter to us, and we're happy to teach and support the right person as their clinical skills develop.

Roster and package

Four-day full-time week, 8 am–6 pm, with part-time options available
On call one night a week and one weekend in four, with after-hours incentives
Above-award salary tailored to experience
Practice vehicle and ongoing CPD

Outside work, there are trails, wineries and cafés close by, with Melbourne CBD around an hour away.

How to apply

For a confidential chat about the role, call 0403 295 524. To apply, send your CV and a short cover letter to Kylie at rompin.kekj@yahoo.com.au

See www.eliteequinevets.com.au, and

GEELONG - HIGHTON - SMALL ANIMALS New Position

Experienced Veterinarian

Location: Geelong, South Western Victoria
Position: Full-Time
Remuneration: From $100,000 + Superannuation + Performance Bonuses + Additional CPD Allowance

Love Being a Vet? Come Work Somewhere That Loves Having You

At Vets of Geelong, we're looking for enthusiastic veterinarians with at least two years of clinical experience who want to practise great medicine, continue developing their skills and enjoy being part of a supportive team.

We're large enough to offer excellent facilities, interesting cases and genuine career opportunities, but small enough to know our people.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

We want our veterinarians to have the time, equipment and support to do their jobs well.

You'll enjoy:

Varied small-animal medical and surgical caseloads
20-minute standard consultations
Experienced veterinary colleagues and skilled nursing teams
Modern diagnostic and surgical equipment
Established Standards of Care and dedicated clinical app
Opportunities to develop your clinical interests
A supportive, collaborative team culture

Who We're Looking For

We're interested in veterinarians who:

Have at least two years of clinical experience
Enjoy small-animal general practice
Are confident with routine consultations and medical cases
Have developing or established surgical skills
Value teamwork and excellent patient care
Want to continue learning and developing professionally

You don't need to be an expert in everything. We're looking for someone with the right attitude, sound clinical foundations and a genuine enthusiasm for veterinary medicine.

Remuneration and Working Arrangements

We offer a salary starting from $100,000 + superannuation, with higher packages negotiable depending on experience.

Additional benefits include performance-based bonus opportunities and a separate CPD allowance, paid fortnightly in addition to salary.

Our full-time roster consists of 17 shifts over four weeks, generally allowing for two or three days off each week.

The roster includes approximately two Saturdays and one Sunday per four-week period, with additional remuneration for Sunday shifts.

No overnight on-call requirements.

You'll generally work across one or two of our clinics, allowing you to develop strong relationships with your colleagues and clients.

A Little About Us

Vets of Geelong is a proudly family-owned veterinary group, operated by veterinarians James and Jane Tiernan, with four clinics across Highton, Geelong West, Lara and East Geelong.

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Our values are simple:Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

We offer the clinical opportunities and resources of a substantial veterinary group while maintaining the personal relationships and supportive culture of a family-owned practice.

Want to Know More?

This advertisement provides a snapshot of what we offer at Vets of Geelong.

For further details about our Experienced Veterinarian position, including working arrangements, clinical facilities, remuneration and professional development opportunities, visit our website.

Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You

You might already be happy in your current position but interested in exploring a different clinical environment.
That's absolutely fine.
We're happy to have an informal, confidential conversation before you decide whether you'd like to apply.

Applications can be sent to jobs@vetsofgeelong.com.au or call Diane on (03) 5243 0077.

Vets of Geelong - Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

To learn more about us, visit Vets of Geelong or check out our social media pages for a behind-the-scenes look at clinic life.

GEELONG, SW VICTORIA - SMALL ANIMALS - ADVANCED SURGERY & ORTHOPAEDICS New Position

Senior Veterinary Surgeon – Advanced Surgery & Orthopaedics

Location: Geelong, South Western Victoria
Position: Full-Time
Clinic: Highton
Remuneration: From $200,000 FTE + Superannuation + Surgical Revenue Incentives

Love surgery? What if you could build something of your own, without having to own the business?

Are you an experienced veterinary surgeon who loves being in theatre but would prefer to spend less time consulting, managing routine cases or dealing with the responsibilities of running a business?

At Vets of Geelong, we're looking for an exceptional surgeon to help develop our advanced surgical services across our four family-owned clinics.

This isn't another general practice veterinary position. It's an opportunity to focus on what you love most - surgery - while helping build a rewarding surgical service within an established veterinary group.

Surgery Is the Focus

Approximately 90% of your clinical time will be dedicated to surgery, surgical consultations and case management.

Depending on your experience, your caseload may include:

TPLO and other cruciate ligament procedures
Patellar luxation and fracture repair
Advanced orthopaedic surgery
Complex soft-tissue and abdominal procedures
Brachycephalic airway surgery
Surgical consultations and post-operative case management

You'll have meaningful clinical autonomy, the support of skilled veterinary nurses and experienced colleagues, and the opportunity to help shape the future of our surgical services.

With four established clinics across Highton, Geelong West, Lara and East Geelong, you'll also benefit from an existing internal referral network and opportunities to develop external referral relationships.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a veterinarian with demonstrated experience in advanced orthopaedic and/or complex soft-tissue surgery.

MANZCVS, FANZCVS, ACVS, ECVS or other relevant postgraduate qualifications would be highly regarded, but formal specialist registration is not essential.

We're equally interested in highly capable surgeons who have developed their expertise through extensive clinical experience and further training.

Above all, we're looking for someone who genuinely loves surgery, values excellent patient care and is excited by the opportunity to help develop something special.

Remuneration and Working Arrangements

Salary from $200,000 FTE + superannuation
Surgical revenue-based incentives
Higher packages negotiable for exceptional surgical capabilities
Approximately 90% surgical focus
Predominantly weekday surgical work
No routine overnight or after-hours on-call
Occasional mentoring and clinical collaboration, generally no more than 10% of the role
Modern surgical and diagnostic facilities, with established clinical and operational support

We're looking to create a sustainable and rewarding position that recognises your surgical expertise while allowing you to focus on the work you enjoy most.

A Little About Us

Vets of Geelong is a proudly family-owned veterinary group, operated by veterinarians James and Jane Tiernan, with four clinics across Highton, Geelong West, Lara and East Geelong.

Please click here to see photos!

Our values are simple: Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

We offer the clinical opportunities and resources of a substantial veterinary group while maintaining the personal relationships and supportive culture of a family-owned practice.

Want to Know More?

This advertisement is just a snapshot of the opportunity!

For further details about our Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Advanced Surgery & Orthopaedics position, including the surgical caseload, remuneration structure, facilities and our plans for developing advanced surgical services, visit our website.

Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You

You might already be happy in your current role but curious about an opportunity to spend more of your career doing what you love.

That's absolutely fine.

We're always happy to have an informal, confidential and no-obligation conversation about what this position could look like.

Applications can be sent to jobs@vetsofgeelong.com.au or call Diane on (03) 5243 0077.

Vets of Geelong - Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

To learn more about us, visit Vets of Geelong or check out our social media pages for a behind-the-scenes look at clinic life.

GEELONG - SMALL ANIMALS - NEW GRADUATE New Position

New Graduate Veterinarian

Location: Geelong, South Western Victoria
Position: Full-Time
Remuneration: From $83,000 + Superannuation + Performance Bonuses + Additional CPD Allowance

Your First Year as a Vet Should Be Exciting. Not Terrifying.

You've worked hard to become a veterinarian. Now you deserve a workplace that will help you become a great one.

At Vets of Geelong, we're looking for enthusiastic new and recent graduates who want to build their clinical confidence, develop their skills and enjoy being part of a supportive veterinary team.

We don't believe new graduates should simply be handed a consulting room and expected to figure everything out.

Mentoring That Matters

Our graduate mentoring is overseen by Dr Jane Tiernan, our Clinical Director, with support from experienced veterinarians across our group.

You'll receive guidance with:

Clinical decision-making and case management
Surgery, anaesthesia and diagnostic procedures
Building confidence in consultations
Developing independence at a pace appropriate to your experience
Our established Standards of Care and varied small-animal caseload provide a strong foundation to help you develop into a confident, well-rounded veterinarian.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for newly qualified or soon-to-graduate veterinarians who:

Are curious, enthusiastic and willing to learn
Are compassionate and committed to excellent patient care
Feel comfortable asking questions and seeking guidance
Want to develop into capable, confident general practice veterinarians
Are eligible for veterinary registration in Victoria

You don't need to have all the answers. What matters is having the right attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine enthusiasm for veterinary medicine.

Remuneration and Working Arrangements

We offer a starting salary from $83,000 + superannuation, along with performance-based bonus opportunities and a separate CPD allowance, paid fortnightly in addition to salary.

Our full-time roster consists of 17 shifts over four weeks, generally allowing for two or three days off each week.

New graduates initially focus on weekday shifts, with weekend work introduced progressively as clinical confidence develops.

No overnight on-call requirements.

A Little About Us

Vets of Geelong is a proudly family-owned veterinary group, operated by veterinarians James and Jane Tiernan, with four clinics across Highton, Geelong West, Lara and East Geelong.

Please click here to see photos!

Our values are simple: Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

We offer the clinical opportunities and resources of a substantial veterinary group while maintaining the personal relationships and supportive culture of a family-owned practice.

Want to Know More?

This advertisement provides a snapshot of what we offer at Vets of Geelong.

For further details about our New Graduate Veterinarian Program, including mentoring, clinical development and working arrangements, visit our website.

Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You

If you're looking for a supportive start to your veterinary career, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're about to graduate or have recently started your veterinary career, we're happy to have an informal conversation about what you're looking for and how we can support your development.

Applications can be sent to jobs@vetsofgeelong.com.au or call Diane on (03) 5243 0077.

Vets of Geelong - Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

To learn more about us, visit Vets of Geelong or check out our social media pages for a behind-the-scenes look at clinic life.

COWES, PHILLIP ISLAND, WESTERN PORT BAY - SMALL ANIMAL

Veterinarian

Cowes Veterinary Surgery – Phillip Island, VIC

Enjoy a rewarding veterinary career in one of Victoria's most beautiful coastal locations.

Cowes Veterinary Surgery is an independently owned and operated small animal practice located on stunning Phillip Island. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Veterinarian to join our friendly and supportive team.

Whether you are an experienced veterinarian looking for your next opportunity or a recent graduate eager to begin your career in a nurturing environment, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

Four-day working week with excellent work-life balance
Alternate Saturday morning roster
Above-award salary package negotiable according to experience and skills
Modern equipment and well-equipped facilities
Experienced and supportive veterinary and nursing team
Nurse-assisted consultations and procedures
20-minute consultation appointments to allow quality patient care
Dedicated time for case work-up and follow-up
No on-call or after-hours requirements
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ongoing professional development and mentoring opportunities

About the Role

You will be responsible for providing high-quality medical and surgical care to our loyal client base while working collaboratively with our veterinary and nursing team. The role offers a varied caseload and the opportunity to further develop your clinical skills in a supportive environment.

Please click here to see photos!

About You

Ideally a minimum of 4 years' experience in small animal practice
New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive mentoring and support
Strong communication and client relationship skills
Commitment to high standards of patient care and animal welfare
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Enthusiastic, positive, and eager to contribute to a growing practice

Why Phillip Island?

Phillip Island offers an enviable lifestyle with beautiful beaches, coastal walks, wildlife experiences, excellent cafés and restaurants, sporting clubs, and a welcoming community.

Enjoy the perfect balance between career satisfaction and coastal living, all within easy reach of Melbourne.

Apply Now

If you are looking for a veterinary position where your wellbeing is valued and your professional growth is supported, we'd love to hear from you.

Please email your resume and cover letter to admin@cowesvet.au or contact Michelle George on 0400 590 206 for a confidential discussion.

See www.cowesvet.au and

HIGHTON, GEELONG - SMALL ANIMAL, DAYTIME URGENT & EMERGENCY CARE VET New Position

Veterinarian - Daytime Urgent & Emergency Care

Location: Geelong, South Western Victoria
Position: Full-Time
Remuneration: From $120,000 + Superannuation + Sunday Remuneration + Additional CPD Allowance

Love emergency medicine? Not so keen on overnight shifts?

Enjoy the challenge of urgent and emergency medicine, without the overnight roster.

At Vets of Geelong, we're looking for an enthusiastic veterinarian to join our Highton hospital in a dedicated daytime urgent and emergency care role.

With a four-day working week, three consecutive days off and no overnight shifts, this is an opportunity to enjoy a varied and rewarding clinical caseload while maintaining a predictable working week.

You don't need years of specialist emergency experience. We're looking for someone with sound general practice skills, good clinical judgement and a genuine enthusiasm for emergency medicine.

A Role Where Your Clinical Skills Make a Difference

You'll manage a varied caseload of urgent and emergency presentations, supported by experienced veterinarians and skilled veterinary nurses.

Your responsibilities will include:

Urgent and emergency consultations
Patient triage, medical stabilisation and emergency treatments
Managing trauma, wounds and acute illness
Diagnostic investigations and hospitalised patient care
Urgent surgical procedures within your clinical capabilities
General practice consultations when required

You'll have access to modern diagnostic equipment, including IDEXX blood gas analysis, and the support of our wider veterinary team.

Please click here to see photos!

Clinical Support and Professional Development

You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and skilled nursing teams, with access to modern hospital facilities, diagnostic equipment, established Standards of Care and clinical guidance when managing more complex emergency presentations.

We support ongoing professional development, including opportunities for further study and ECC Membership aspirations.

Who We're Looking For

Ideally, you'll bring:

Approximately two to four years of clinical veterinary experience, although more experienced veterinarians are welcome
Confidence in general practice medicine and clinical decision-making
An interest in urgent and emergency presentations
The ability to remain calm and prioritise patient care in a changing clinical environment
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A willingness to continue developing your emergency medicine capabilities

You don't need to be an emergency specialist. You do need to enjoy emergency medicine.

Remuneration and Working Arrangements

We offer a starting salary from $120,000 + superannuation, with additional Sunday remuneration and a separate CPD allowance paid fortnightly in addition to salary.

Your regular working week will consist of 36 rostered hours across four days, Friday to Monday, with three consecutive days off from Tuesday to Thursday.

No overnight shifts or routine overnight on-call requirements.

This roster offers the opportunity to enjoy the variety and challenge of urgent and emergency medicine while maintaining three consecutive days off each week.

A Little About Us

Vets of Geelong is a proudly family-owned veterinary group, operated by veterinarians James and Jane Tiernan, with four clinics across Highton, Geelong West, Lara and East Geelong.

Both James and Jane have worked in emergency veterinary clinics in Australia and overseas, bringing a genuine understanding of the demands and rewards of emergency medicine.

Our values are simple: Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

We offer the clinical opportunities and resources of a substantial veterinary group while maintaining the personal relationships and supportive culture of a family-owned practice.

Want to Know More?

For further details about our Daytime Urgent & Emergency Care Veterinarian position, including working arrangements, clinical facilities, remuneration and professional development opportunities, visit our website.

Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You

You might already be happy in your current position but interested in exploring a different approach to emergency veterinary medicine.

That's absolutely fine.

We're happy to have an informal, confidential conversation before you decide whether you'd like to apply.

Applications can be sent to jobs@vetsofgeelong.com.au or call Diane on (03) 5243 0077.

Vets of Geelong - Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

To learn more about us, visit Vets of Geelong or check out our social media pages for a behind-the-scenes look at clinic life.

BELMONT, GEELONG - SMALL ANIMAL

Why join Belmont Veterinary Centre?

Established in 1990, Belmont Veterinary Centre has been caring for the pets of Geelong for more than 36 years. We are an established, community-focused small animal practice with a loyal client base and a genuine commitment to providing exceptional patient care and a positive experience for our clients.

We mainly see dogs and cats, but we lalso see rabbits, birds and other pocket pets. We pride ourselves on providing a calm, low-stress environment for both patients and their people.

We are passionate about feline medicine and are proud to be one of only five Gold Standard Cat Friendly accredited practices in Victoria.

Our large, purpose-built facility also provides access to modern equipment and in-house diagnostics, including:

IDEXX in-house laboratory
Digital radiography
Dental radiography
Ultrasound
Multi-parameter monitoring
Dedicated surgical facilities
Separate hospital wards for cats and dogs

More than just a job

We believe great veterinary medicine comes from having a great team around you. Our team is supportive, collaborative and genuinely invested in doing the best for our patients. We value good communication, kindness, professionalism and a willingness to help each other out.

We also understand that veterinary medicine is demanding. We want our vets to have a career that is sustainable, rewarding and compatible with life outside the clinic. We value work-life balance and aim to provide a supportive environment where our team can continue to develop without sacrificing their wellbeing. As part of the wider Vets Central network, you'll also have the benefit of being part of a broader veterinary community while still working within a close-knit local team.

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The role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Permanent Part-Time Veterinarian to join our Belmont team, working approximately 2–3 days per week.

This position would suit a veterinarian looking for a predictable part-time roster, while still having the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients and patients and become an important part of an established team.

Roster

The current roster includes:

Mondays: 10:30am – 6:30pm
Fridays: 9:00am – 5:00pm or 10:00am – 6:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 12:00pm (approximately 1 in 3)
Additional leave coverage as required

Our clinic is continuing to grow, and with that growth comes the potential for this role to expand over time. We can discuss roster flexibility with the successful applicant.

About you

We are looking for a veterinarian who is:

Efficient, organised and able to manage their time well
A confident and effective communicator
Proactive and willing to contribute to the wider team
Passionate about delivering high-quality patient care
Great at building rapport and trust with our clients

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) or equivalent degree recognised in Australia
Veterinary registration in Victoria
Experience in small animal practice
Confidence in general consultations and routine case management
Experience with surgical and dental procedures is preferred
A collaborative approach and ability to work positively within a team
Strong communication skills and the ability to build genuine relationships with our clients
A genuine desire to continue learning and developing your veterinary career

What we offer

We want our team to feel valued, supported and encouraged to keep growing.

Professional development

$1,500 annual CPD allowance plus paid study leave (pro-rata)
Veterinary Board Registration paid for
VIN membership paid for (pro-rata)
Access to the Vets Central Learning Academy
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Opportunities to connect with and learn from veterinary professionals across the Vets Central network

Team Member benefits

Competitive salary package
“You're Pawesome” bonus – eligible permanent veterinarians receive a bonus equivalent to 10% of ordinary earnings after three years
Access to novated vehicle leasing
Fitness Passport membership options
Generous employee referral bonuses
A supportive network of veterinary professionals across Vets Central

Wellbeing

Your wellbeing matters to us. Belmont Veterinary Centre is proud to be recognised as a Skilled Mental Health First Aid® workplace. We understand that veterinary medicine can be challenging, and we are committed to creating a workplace where mental health, wellbeing and work-life balance are taken seriously.

We are also proud to be Great Place to Work™ certified, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive workplace for our team. The team has also come together to make a short video about Belmont and what it's like to work here!

WATCH OUR CLINIC VIDEO HERE!

Apply here, or reach out to careers@vetscentral.com.au if you would like to discuss further!

GEELONG - CSIRO - FACILITY VETERINARIANS New Position

Facility Veterinarians

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Acknowledgement of Country
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation.

Role highlights

Apply your veterinary expertise to cutting-edge animal research in Australia's national high-containment facility
Work alongside scientists, veterinarians and animal research teams on nationally significant science
Join ACDP and build distinctive experience in a research and high-containment environment unlike conventional veterinary or animal-care practice

About CSIRO
As Australia's national science agency, CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge. Visit CSIRO.au for more information.

Why join ACDP?
CSIRO's Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) in Geelong is a nationally significant high-containment facility protecting Australia from serious and emerging animal and zoonotic disease threats. Our teams work across research, surveillance, diagnostics and emergency response, helping safeguard Australia's animal industries, environment and communities.

This is a pivotal time to join ACDP. A major Part-Life Refit is modernising laboratories, infrastructure and animal research capability to support the Centre's critical work for decades to come at the Geelong site. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to science with genuine national impact—helping Australia anticipate, detect and respond to serious biosecurity threats such as lumpy skin disease, African swine fever and avian influenza. Whether your role supports research, diagnostics, surveillance, animal care, laboratory operations or critical infrastructure, your work can strengthen Australia's preparedness, protect animal health and industries, and help reduce risks to the environment and community. You'll also build distinctive experience in a complex, highly regulated environment unlike conventional veterinary, animal-care or laboratory practice.

The role:
Join CSIRO's Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) as a Facility Veterinarian and bring your veterinary expertise to research that matters. As a Facility Veterinarian at CSIRO's ACDP, you'll work with multidisciplinary teams to support high-quality animal care and welfare, research studies, disease investigations and biosecurity preparedness. You'll contribute to nationally significant work addressing emerging infectious diseases and animal health challenges affecting Australia and the region.

Animal research at ACDP takes place within rigorous animal ethics, biosecurity, safety and regulatory frameworks. Depending on the role, you may support animals throughout the research lifecycle, including aquatic animals and infectious disease research. Candidates must be comfortable working in an environment where animals may not be able to leave the facility and where humane euthanasia may form part of approved research or biosecurity requirements.

Where you will make an impact:

Provide clinical veterinary care and technical expertise for animal-based research, including health assessments, disease investigations, surgery, diagnostic imaging and biological sample collection.
Advise research teams on animal health, welfare, husbandry, clinical monitoring, breeding and colony management to support high-quality research outcomes.
Contribute veterinary expertise to study design, research protocols, animal ethics applications and project implementation, ensuring appropriate welfare and scientific standards.
Support preventative health, disease surveillance and emergency veterinary response, maintaining animal health, welfare and research integrity.
Develop and deliver technical training and educational resources to build capability and promote best practice in animal-based research.
Collaborate with researchers, animal facility teams and other stakeholders to support animal welfare, regulatory compliance, biosecurity and research outcomes, including participation in shared weekend, after-hours and emergency rosters.

A few important details:

Location: Geelong, Victoria - Wadawurrung Country
Salary: AU$118k – AU$127k plus 15.4% superannuation
Tenure & work schedule: Specified term of up to 3 years. Role is predominantly site-based
Applications are open to Australian and New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents who are able to obtain an Australian Government Baseline security clearance
Appointment is subject to obtaining or holding an Australian Government Negative Vetting 1 security clearance and providing a national police check. Other security, medical or character requirements may also apply.
Job Reference Number: 104423

What you will bring:
We're looking for people who combine a genuine commitment to animal welfare with strong procedural discipline, sound judgement and accountability. You'll work calmly and constructively across disciplines, follow detailed procedures consistently, speak up when something isn't right and adapt to a highly regulated, sometimes time-critical environment.

Selection criteria:

A veterinary degree and eligibility for registration with the Veterinary Practitioners Registration Board of Victoria, with a minimum of two years' veterinary experience.
Demonstrated experience applying veterinary expertise and professional judgement to animal health, clinical care, disease investigation and animal management in veterinary, research, diagnostic or related environments.
Demonstrated practical competence in animal handling, husbandry and veterinary procedures, including surgery, across a range of animal species such as livestock, companion animals, avian species or wildlife.
Sound knowledge of animal welfare, ethical animal use and regulatory requirements relevant to animals used for scientific purposes, including the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.
Strong communication, collaboration and training skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams, develop technical documentation and training resources, and communicate with a range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound professional judgement in a regulated environment, manage competing priorities and appropriately identify and escalate animal welfare, safety, quality or compliance concerns, together with the willingness to work with zoonotic or exotic disease agents and follow high-containment requirements.

For full details about this role and all criteria, please review the Position Description.

Setting you up for success
We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible to everyone. We're happy to discuss what adjustments to our process may help you feel safe, respected and able to participate fully. Please contact careersonline@csiro.au and let us know how we can support you.

Life, benefits and flexible work arrangements
Options for part-time, job-share and flexible work arrangements can be discussed based on needs of role and individual circumstances.We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.

Inclusion and belonging
As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.

CSIRO holds Platinum Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.

How to apply
Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

APPLY HERE

Applications close
22 November 2026, 11:00pm AEDT

We strongly encourage early applications as we will be reviewing applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to close the advertising early if we find our desired candidate.

GEELONG - CSIRO - FACILITY MANAGER, SECURE ANIMAL FACILITY New Position

Facility Manager - Secure Animal Facility

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Role highlights

Lead skilled technical team supporting world-class animal health and infectious disease research at ACDP
Play a critical role in enabling research into emerging diseases, zoonoses, vaccines and therapeutics
Build distinctive experience in a research and high-containment environment unlike conventional veterinary or animal-care practice

The role:
As a Facility Manager, take on a critical leadership role at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP), leading a skilled technical team within our Secure Animal Facility in Geelong. You'll oversee the delivery of high-quality animal care and specialist services that enable research into emerging and infectious diseases, including zoonoses, animal infection models, vaccines and therapeutics. Combining people leadership with hands-on technical expertise, you'll champion animal welfare, safety and operational excellence while helping deliver research with real-world impact.

Animal research at ACDP takes place within rigorous animal ethics, biosecurity, safety and regulatory frameworks. Depending on the role, you may support animals throughout the research lifecycle, including infectious disease research. Candidates must be comfortable working in an environment where animals may not be able to leave the facility and where humane euthanasia may form part of approved research or biosecurity requirements.

Where you will make an impact:

Lead and develop a diverse technical team within the Secure Animal Facility, fostering capability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Oversee day-to-day facility operations, ensuring activities are delivered safely, efficiently and effectively to support high-quality research outcomes.
Coordinate complex technical procedures and drive the development, implementation and standardisation of animal care and research techniques.
Provide specialist technical support to research programs involving a variety of small animal species, working closely with scientists and multidisciplinary teams.
Champion animal welfare, quality and regulatory compliance, partnering with Facility Veterinarians, Animal Welfare Officers and researchers to maintain high standards of animal care and research practice.
Promote a strong culture of safety, biosecurity and quality, supporting ACDP's ISO 9001 management systems and adherence to microbiological security requirements, including those relating to infectious and zoonotic agents.

A few important details:

Location: Geelong, Victoria - Wadawurrung Country
Salary: AU$135k - AU$158k plus 15.4% superannuation
Tenure & work schedule: Indefinite. Role is predominantly site-based due to lab work
Applications are open to Australian Citizens only
Appointment is subject to obtaining or holding an Australian Government Negative Vetting 1 security clearance and providing a national police check. Other security, medical or character requirements may also apply.
Job Reference Number: 104425

Selection criteria:

A tertiary qualification in animal science or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience in animal research, care or facility operations.
Demonstrated experience leading and developing diverse teams, ideally within an animal research, scientific or similarly complex technical environment.
Strong knowledge of understanding of the Victorian Animal Code of Practice for Animal Welfare, and the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes and how these are applied in a research setting.
Demonstrated experience supporting animal research involving a variety of species, with the ability and willingness to undertake activities ranging from hands-on animal handling and husbandry through to complex technical procedures.
Sound experience working within regulated and compliance-driven environments, including animal ethics, regulatory and environmental requirements, biocontainment and associated quality frameworks.
Excellent collaboration, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with researchers, veterinarians, animal welfare professionals and other internal and external stakeholders, while proactively addressing animal welfare and operational issues.

For full details about this role and all criteria, please review the Position Description.

CSIRO holds Platinum Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.

How to apply
Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

APPLY HERE

Applications close
22 November 2026, 11:00pm AEDT

We strongly encourage early applications as we will be reviewing applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to close the advertising early if we find our desired candidate.

GEELONG - CSIRO - ANIMAL STUDIES OPERATIONS LEAD New Position

Animal Studies Operations Lead

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Role highlights

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary veterinary and animal welfare team supporting nationally significant science
Combine senior leadership with hands-on veterinary and scientific expertise in ACDP's high-containment research environment
Join ACDP during major investment in modern laboratories, infrastructure and animal research capability

The role:
As an Animal Studies Operations Leader, lead the veterinary and animal studies operations at CSIRO's Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP), where your expertise will help enable nationally significant research into emerging infectious diseases, animal health and biosecurity. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team of veterinary and animal welfare professionals, combining people leadership with hands-on veterinary and scientific expertise to deliver high-quality animal care, research support, workforce capability and operational excellence. Working alongside researchers and specialist teams, you'll help shape safe, ethical and scientifically robust animal research while contributing to preparedness programs that protect Australia and the region from serious disease threats.

Animal research at ACDP takes place within rigorous animal ethics, biosecurity, safety and regulatory frameworks. Depending on the role, you may support animals throughout the research lifecycle, including infectious disease research. Candidates must be comfortable working in an environment where animals may not be able to leave the facility and where humane euthanasia may form part of approved research or biosecurity requirements.

Where you will make an impact:

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary veterinary and animal welfare team, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture across ACDP's animal facilities.
Provide strategic and technical leadership across veterinary services, animal health, welfare and animal studies operations.
Apply your veterinary and clinical expertise to animal-based research, including health assessments, disease investigations, surgery, diagnostic procedures and emergency veterinary care.
Partner with researchers to provide veterinary input into study design, animal ethics, husbandry, clinical monitoring and implementation of animal research projects.
Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement, including capability development, technical training and high standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, quality and regulatory compliance.
Collaborate across scientific, veterinary, animal welfare and facility teams to enable safe, ethical and scientifically robust research, including supporting ACDP's after-hours and emergency response requirements.

A few important details:

Location: Geelong, Victoria - Wadawurrung Country
Salary: AU$135k - AU$158k plus 15.4% superannuation
Tenure & work schedule: Indefinite. Role is predominantly site-based
Applications are open to Australian Citizens only
Appointment is subject to obtaining or holding an Australian Government Negative Vetting 1 security clearance and providing a national police check. Other security, medical or character requirements may also apply.
Job Reference Number: 104424

Selection criteria:

A veterinary degree eligible for registration with the Veterinary Practitioners Registration Board of Victoria with a minimum of five years' veterinary experience.
Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams, developing staff capability and fostering a positive, high-performing workplace culture.
Demonstrated experience applying veterinary knowledge and professional judgement to support animal health, clinical care, disease investigations, and animal management within veterinary, research, diagnostic, or related environments.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to build productive relationships, prepare technical documentation and reports, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated understanding of animal welfare, ethical animal use, and regulatory requirements relevant to the care and use of animals for scientific purposes,
Willingness to work with zoonotic or exotic disease agents, including within high-containment environments following appropriate training.

For full details about this role and all criteria, please review the Position Description.

CSIRO holds Platinum Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

Child safety
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How to apply
Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

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Applications close
22 November 2026, 11:00pm AEDT

We strongly encourage early applications as we will be reviewing applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to close the advertising early if we find our desired candidate.

GEELONG - CSIRO - HEAD OF BIOLOGICAL STUDIES New Position

Head of Biological Studies - ACDP

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Role highlights

Lead animal research capability across ACDP's unique PC2, PC3 and PC4 biocontainment facilities
Build distinctive experience in a research and high-containment environment unlike conventional veterinary or animal-care practice
Work with scientists, veterinarians and animal research professionals on nationally significant science

The role:
As Head of Biological Studies, you will lead animal research capability across PC2, PC3 and PC4 biocontainment facilities, providing strategic oversight of animal studies, welfare, regulatory compliance and research delivery. Drawing on your expertise in animal research and infectious disease, you will partner with scientists, technical teams and collaborators to enable high-quality research into zoonotic and emergency animal diseases and strengthen the impact of ACDP's research.

Animal research at ACDP takes place within rigorous animal ethics, biosecurity, safety and regulatory frameworks. Depending on the role, you may support animals throughout the research lifecycle, including infectious disease research. Candidates must be comfortable working in an environment where animals may not be able to leave the facility and where humane euthanasia may form part of approved research or biosecurity requirements.

Where you will make an impact:

Lead animal services teams and oversee the safe, ethical and high-quality delivery of animal studies across ACDP's animal facilities.
Provide expert leadership in animal welfare, veterinary care, husbandry and experimental procedures supporting complex research programs.
Shape capability and workforce development through consistent competency, training and development frameworks across animal facilities.
Champion animal ethics, welfare, biorisk and microbiological security, embedding effective risk-based approaches into animal studies.
Drive continuous improvement, standardisation and quality across facilities to strengthen regulatory compliance and research service delivery.
Build collaborative partnerships across scientific, animal ethics, biorisk, HSE, quality and facility teams to enable successful animal studies.
Apply your scientific and technical expertise to solve complex problems, develop new approaches and contribute to publications, reports and scientific communication.

A few important details:

Location: Geelong, Victoria - Wadawurrung Country
Salary: AU$163k - AU$180k plus 15.4% superannuation
Tenure & work schedule: Indefinite, preferably full-time. Role is predominantly site-based
Applications are open to Australian Citizens
Appointment is subject to obtaining or holding an Australian Government Negative Vetting 1 security clearance and providing a national police check. Other security, medical or character requirements may also apply.
Job Reference Number: 104426

Selection criteria:

A veterinary degree eligible for registration in Australia, or an equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and animal research experience.
Proven experience leading technical animal teams and delivering high-quality services to diverse stakeholders.
Strong capability in planning, budgeting and delivering scientific projects involving animals.
A demonstrated commitment to animal welfare and ethical research, with knowledge of the Australian Code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes.
Experience leading animal research studies involving pathogens, across laboratory and/or livestock animal models.
A collaborative, hands-on approach, with the ability to work across animal handling and husbandry through to complex technical and scientific activities.

For full details about this role and all criteria, please review the Position Description.

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Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.

How to apply
Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

APPLY HERE

Applications close
22 November 2026, 11:00pm AEDT

We strongly encourage early applications as we will be reviewing applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to close the advertising early if we find our desired candidate.

GEELONG WEST - SMALL ANIMAL - LEAD VET New Position

Lead Veterinarian - Geelong West

Location: Geelong West, Victoria
Position: Full-Time
Clinic: Geelong West
Remuneration: From $120,000 + Superannuation + Performance Bonuses + Additional CPD Allowance

Love being a vet? Ready to take the next step in your career?

At Vets of Geelong, we're looking for an experienced, confident and enthusiastic Lead Veterinarian to help guide our Geelong West clinic.

We're seeking someone who enjoys high-quality general practice medicine, is confident in surgery and takes pride in supporting the people around them.

You don't need to have held a formal leadership position before.

If you're an experienced veterinarian who enjoys mentoring colleagues, building strong client relationships and leading by example, we'd love to hear from you.

We're offering an opportunity to take on a meaningful clinical leadership role within an established, family-owned veterinary group, with the support of experienced colleagues across our four clinics.

Please click here to see photos!

Lead a Clinic, Not Just Work in One

As our Geelong West Lead Veterinarian, you'll continue to enjoy hands-on clinical work while helping guide and support the wider team.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing your own consulting, medical and surgical caseload
Supporting high standards of clinical practice and patient care
Mentoring and guiding veterinarians and veterinary nurses
Working collaboratively with the clinic's leadership team
Contributing to positive clinical workflows and effective communication
Helping shape the continued growth and development of our Geelong West clinic

We're looking for someone who leads by example, demonstrates sound clinical judgement and enjoys helping colleagues develop their confidence and capabilities.

Clinical Support and Professional Development

You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and skilled nursing teams, with the resources and support of our wider four-clinic veterinary group.

We offer:

Standard 20-minute consultations
Modern diagnostic and surgical equipment
Established Standards of Care and our dedicated clinical app
Opportunities to collaborate with experienced veterinary colleagues
A separate CPD allowance, paid fortnightly in addition to salary
Ongoing professional development and support as you grow into your leadership role

Who We're Looking For

Ideally, you'll bring:

At least four years of clinical veterinary experience
Confidence in general practice medicine and routine surgery
Sound clinical judgement and a commitment to excellent patient care
Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills
An interest in mentoring and supporting veterinary colleagues
Initiative, reliability and a collaborative approach to problem-solving

Previous leadership experience is welcome but not essential.

We're more interested in your clinical capability, approach to teamwork and potential to lead than whether you've previously held a leadership title.

Remuneration and Working Arrangements

We offer a starting salary from $120,000 + superannuation, with performance-based bonus opportunities and a separate CPD allowance paid fortnightly in addition to salary.

Our full-time roster consists of 17 shifts over four weeks, generally structured as:
Four shifts per week for three weeks, followed by five shifts in the fourth week
Typically two Saturdays and one Sunday per four-week roster
Geelong West as your primary clinic
Sunday shifts at Highton, with additional remuneration
Typical shifts of 9 am–7 pm
Generally two or three days off each week
No after-hours or on-call requirements

We recognise the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with life outside work and aim to provide rosters planned in advance wherever possible.

A Little About Us

Vets of Geelong is a proudly family-owned veterinary group, operated by veterinarians James and Jane Tiernan, with four clinics across Highton, Geelong West, Lara and East Geelong.

Our values are simple: Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

We offer the clinical opportunities and resources of a substantial veterinary group while maintaining the personal relationships and supportive culture of a family-owned practice.

You'll have the opportunity to lead an established clinic, enjoy a varied clinical caseload and help shape the future of our Geelong West team.

Want to Know More?

This advertisement provides a snapshot of what we offer at Vets of Geelong.

For further details about our Lead Veterinarian - Geelong West position, including clinical leadership, working arrangements, professional development and life at Vets of Geelong, you can view the position on our website here.

Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You

You might already be happy in your current position but interested in exploring a clinical leadership opportunity.

That's absolutely fine.

We're always happy to have an informal, confidential conversation before you decide whether you'd like to apply.

Applications can be sent to jobs@vetsofgeelong.com.au or call Diane on (03) 5243 0077.

Vets of Geelong - Kindness. Trust. Teamwork.

To learn more about us, visit Vets of Geelong or check out our social media pages for a behind-the-scenes look at clinic life.

COROWA, NSW/VIC BORDER - MIXED

Experienced Mixed Practice Veterinarian

Permanent Part-time (4-Day Work Week) | Corowa, NSW

Are you an experienced mixed practice veterinarian who enjoys high-quality medicine while working in a relaxed, supportive team environment?

We’re looking for a capable, confident vet who works hard and to a high standard when it counts — but who also knows how to have a laugh and contribute to a positive, down-to-earth workplace culture.

About the Role

This position is technically part-time, as we roster a 4-day working week (approximately 34 hours per week). We value balance and believe a condensed week allows you to enjoy both your career and your lifestyle.

This is a mixed practice position with a caseload currently comprising approximately 90% small animal work and 10% large animal work.

The small animal caseload includes consultations, surgery, medical workups and preventative care.

Large animal work is currently a smaller component of the role; however, we would be particularly interested to hear from applicants who are enthusiastic about expanding and developing our large animal services. If you enjoy farm work and see opportunity to grow that side of practice, we are open to supporting that vision.

You’ll have the autonomy to practise good medicine your way, while being backed by a supportive team that values common sense, teamwork, and work–life balance.

From time to time, the successful applicant may also be required to work at our sister clinic, Jindera Veterinary Clinic, providing flexibility and support across our practices as needed.

Facilities & Equipment

We operate from a brand new, purpose-built clinic with modern, well-maintained equipment. We are committed to continually investing in the practice to improve both our equipment and the services we offer, ensuring our vets have the tools and support needed to deliver high-quality care.

Please click here to see photos!

Work-Life Balance Matters

We believe great veterinary medicine starts with well-supported veterinarians.

We offer:

Four-day working week
Flexible rostering
Shared after-hours roster of just 1-in-5 to 1-in-6 week nights and weekends
VetChat triage service screening after-hours calls before they reach the on-call veterinarian
After-hours workload is low and well managed, with wellbeing and safety prioritised
Supportive team environment
Genuine focus on sustainable workloads and high-quality patient care

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Has a minimum of 1 years’ experience in mixed practice
Be confident working independently while valuing teamwork
Take pride in delivering high clinical standards and ethical care
Be practical, adaptable, and solutions-focused
Handle busy or challenging days professionally
Enjoy a relaxed workplace culture and bring a good sense of humour to the team
Enjoys both medicine and surgery
Works well within a supportive team
Has excellent communication skills
Enjoys collaborating with other team members on cases
Wants to be part of a clinic that is continually improving and investing in its future

Remuneration & Benefits

We believe great veterinarians deserve to be rewarded accordingly. We offer:

Base salary starting from $105,000 per annum and increases dependant on experience
No confusing salary packages – all overtime is paid, plus excellent after-hours remuneration
Four weeks' annual leave
One week's paid study leave each year
$1,500 annual continuing education allowance
Contribution to AVA membership
Veterinary board registration and radiation licence fees paid by the clinic
Generous staff discounts

Remuneration will reflect experience, skill set, and contribution to the practice.

Why You’ll Love Living Here

Corowa offers an excellent lifestyle with the space and community of a regional town, without feeling isolated.

Located on the Murray River, with easy access to river activities, walking tracks and outdoor living
Just 40 minutes to Albury–Wodonga, offering major shopping, schools, airport and dining options
Close to Wangaratta, the King Valley and Rutherglen wine regions, and other local wineries
Within easy reach of the Victorian snowfields for winter weekends away
Affordable housing, short commutes, and a relaxed pace of life

It’s an ideal location for vets looking to balance a rewarding career with a genuinely enjoyable lifestyle.

Apply Now

If you're looking for a clinic that genuinely invests in its people, equipment and future, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, or for any enquiries, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to hannah@corowavetclinic.com
Hannah Williams
Director

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PORTLAND, COASTAL SOUTH WEST VIC - MIXED ANIMAL

MIXED ANIMAL VETERINARIAN
Would consider interest from Companion Animal only vets

Do more of what you love! Professional growth awaits
Scope to specialise – Surgical and General Practice
Experienced, stable and reputable Vet team.
South Western Victoria

The Vet Group Portland Clinic is an impressive and well-equipped practice with a full suite of medical, diagnostic and surgical capabilities. It has separate dog and cat wards, an Isolation Unit, Dedicated Laboratories and Sterile Prep areas, dedicated ultrasound and xray rooms, 2 Operating theatres, and specialised Anaesthetizing and Dental Suites. We are a pivotal practice in the South Western region, with the closest referral centre 4 hours away. We treat and manage a wide range of cases, with no two days the same.

Priding ourselves on professional integrity and character, the Vet Group Portland delivers to exemplary service standards as we offer a full veterinary service to a loyal and appreciative client base. We are trusted vets and practitioners, bringing not only clinical excellence but contributing to the local community and wider region.

As custodians of much in this beautiful part of Country, the Vet Group devote time and passion weekly to the native wildlife who need our help to remain cared and advocated for. We regularly nurture, treat and manage koalas, birds (land and sea), reptiles and raptors, as well as kangaroos, wallabies, joeys and even the occasional Echidna.

A seamless Hub Practice management structure enables you to be the veterinary partner of choice for clients, not getting bogged down in administration and stuck behind a desk. Our qualified Vet Nurses and reception team are a secret weapon in excellence – all committed, skilled and highly capable humans.

Do more of what you love! Engage with your career in a meaningful role with us, be respected for what you bring and grow yourself to the next level, enjoying what sparks interest and enhances existing competencies. Well-versed in mentoring and growing leadership, we have weekly clinical meetings for case discussion, collaboration or just a check in to provide clinical oversight. You will thrive in a truly supported role. Not sure if you are ready for a move? That's okay. Conversations are confidential. Happy to answer questions and talk about timelines. We will be here.

Contact Freya Fidge directly on 0498 117 630 or email on hr@thevetgroup.com.au for further information on living in the region, what a day might look like and more information re remuneration packages and options.

You will have to opportunity to discuss options that would provide you flexibility, lifestyle and work-life balance.

Attractive remuneration package, along with relocation or benefits package and a fully equipped, branded practice vehicle (personal use negotiated). Range of benefits that enrich your wellbeing, including access to EAP for health and wellbeing support, employee discounts, an in-clinic VIN membership Special interests, research and CPD are encouraged.

We truly value your thoughts and input into the direction of the clinic.
Our Portland and Heywood Practices are located in an historical area rich in wildlife, national parks, indigenous culture and environmental significance.

There is plenty of character and warm and friendly community, described by one of our Vets as "an easy place to engage with, meet people and make friends". Excellent range of shops, cafes and restaurants to enjoy, with larger regional centres a hop, skip and jump away. Live in a beautiful rural town and a one of the most picturesque seaside locations on the map!

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SHEPPARTON NORTH, GOULBURN VALLEY - SMALL ANIMAL

Small Animal Veterinarian – Shepparton Veterinary Clinic!

Shepparton Veterinary Clinic is now looking for a part-time veterinarian to join our friendly and supportive team in the heart of beautiful Regional Victoria. Our current part-time team member is now retiring and we're so excited for her on this chapter.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a well-equipped, purpose-built clinic alongside a passionate and experienced team as well as being part of the largest veterinary network of 260+ clinics across Australia & NZ. This means more support, more collaboration, more exposure and more investment in you and your learning & development.

$20,000 Retention Bonus – Something extra for you!

We understand that making a career move is a big decision, and joining a new team is an important commitment for both you and the clinic. While Shepparton offers a fantastic regional lifestyle, you're still only around two hours from Melbourne! We want you to feel valued and excited about taking this next step with us. As a thank you for your commitment, dedication, and the opportunity to welcome you to our team, we're offering a $20,000 retention bonus! You'll receive $10,000 upon completing 12 months, followed by another $10,000 upon completing 24 months with the team. This will be pro-rata for part-time.

About the Clinic

Modern facility designed to support the local community
3 spacious consult rooms
Fully equipped surgery room
Large pre-operative area
Separate cat and dog wards for a calm and stress-free patient experience
Large, welcoming waiting area for clients and pets

The team is:

Supportive, collaborative, and knowledgeable!
Their interests include dentistry, emergency care, internal medicine, and BOAS.
They are committed to high-standard patient care, ongoing professional development, and a friendly team culture

Perks & benefits

Professional development, CE workshops & complimentary 24/7 online courses
Competitive salary and one that is reflective of the skills and experience you bring
Paid study leave + up to $2000 CPD allowance + roll over into 2nd year
Metal well-being and support + EAP for you & family
Family-friendly benefits + retail, fitness, novated lease, salary sacrificing & insurance discounts
Pet friendly discount on retail and Petcare + staff discount
Paid parental leave + back to work bonus
Access to some of the most experiences Vets, Nurses & specialists across the industry

Relocation and Visa Support

If you're coming from outside of Shepparton area & surroundings, we've got you covered with relocation assistance, including visa sponsorship to make your transition seamless with up to $10,000 relocation allowance

Veterinary Training Centre, CE Allowance, Study Leave, Workshops + Online Learning

At Shepparton Vet Clinic, we're also invested in your growth and development. As a permanent team member, you'll receive complimentary access to our Veterinary Training Centre (VTC) in Victoria, offering tailored courses, practical wet labs and hands-on workshops designed specifically for veterinary professionals.

And being regional based won't mean missing out - we'll arrange your travel to Victoria to attend VTC training, giving you access to practical learning, development and connection with vets from across our network.

You'll also have access to a CE allowance, study leave and online learning opportunities, with ongoing support from our approachable & experienced Vet Manager, Dr Emma Christie!

About you:

BVSc or equivalent, with eligibility for Australian registration
Ideally more than 2 + years of clinical experience as a Vet
Ability to manage a caseload independently while working collaboratively within the team
Enthusiastic, team-oriented attitude and passion for learning

Why Shepparton?

A welcoming regional community offering an affordable lifestyle and great work-life balance
Opportunity to make a real difference while enjoying the charm of Country Victoria

Apply Now

If you're looking for a rewarding veterinary career, a lifestyle change, or a fresh start in a supportive clinic, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Pri from our careers team:

Call: 0452 321 447 or email: priyanka.kumari@vetpartners.com.au

GEELONG - SMALL ANIMAL DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING INTERNSHIP

Geelong Animal Referral Services (GARS)

Position: Small Animal Diagnostic Imaging Internship

About Us:

GARS is a multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital staffed 24/7. Onsite specialists in surgery, internal medicine, emergency and critical care, diagnostic imaging, oncology and anaesthesia are supported by residents, interns, reception and nursing staff.

The GARS vision is to be Victoria’s leading referral centre. We have recruited staff with a view to achieving this goal. The hospital is purpose built, proudly independent and privately-owned. Located in Newtown Geelong, the hospital occupies a tranquil part of the city, immediately surrounded by beautiful greenspaces, overlooking the Barwon River, Balyang sanctuary and Balyang Golf course. The facility boasts its own private outdoor space with lawns overlooking the golf course and river for our staff and patients to enjoy. It is equipped with four consulting rooms, chemotherapy room, large central treatment area with separate MRI, ultrasound/endoscopy, minimally invasive, fluoroscopy and CT suites. Three large operating theatres surround a large central sterile processing zone with separate staff offices, meeting room, kitchen, lounge area and independent cat and dog wards. The waiting room is a beautiful space with high ceilings and separate waiting areas for dogs and cats.

Please click here to see photos!

The hospital equipment is state of the art and includes onsite MRI, CT, Fluoroscopy, Endoscopy, Ultrasound, DR radiography, multiparameter patient monitoring, ventilators, blood gas, coagulation, haematology and biochemistry machines, full Thoracoscopic/Laparoscopic/Arthroscopic instrumentation to name a few.

Our staff are considered experts in their field and industry leaders. We are completely focused on our team, including every current and future member. We value development and reward our staff with CPD available to all. We are dedicated to ensuring an appropriate work-life balance for all staff. If you wish to join our team that means you also are driven to achieving the highest possible standards of patient care and wish to work within a facility where staff excel at their job within a fun, inclusive and exceptional workspace.

We are looking for people who truly value teamwork and would like to join the GARS family, determined to take their career to the next level. For the successful applicants, there is also opportunity to work within our sister business, Melbourne Animal Referral Services, which is also undergoing exciting expansion.

About the area:

GARS is very fortunate to have the Barwon River, Balyang Golf Course and Balyang Sanctuary with their natural green spaces, including bike and walking paths right on our front doorstep. The popular cafes, restaurants and bars of Pakington street and Geelong CBD are only minutes away. The outstanding wineries and distilleries of the Bellarine peninsula and beautiful beaches of the Surf Coast and famous Great Ocean Road Greater are less than 25minutes away. Transport links are excellent, with the South Geelong train station less than 3kms from the hospital, the Spirit of Tasmania Ferry and Avalon International Airport 15 and 25 minutes from the hospital. Major arterials are also close by, offering fast and easy connections to Melbourne, Victoria’s North, West and South.

Position details

Mentorship, training, support and guidance provided by a dynamic group of Specialists and a supportive team of residents, interns and nursing staff.
The diagnostic imaging intern is expected to take a lead role in ensuring high quality images are acquired, with support from senior imaging staff. This includes acquisition of radiographs, videofluoroscopy, CT and MRI studies, ultrasound guided aspirate of lesions.
Act as Radiation Safety officer and ensure safe radiation practices are observed
Focus on efficient coordination of cases through the Service, attention to detail in terms of image acquisition protocols and quality assurance
Guidance and support provided for applications to Residency programs, both within GARS and external institutions.
Full time, fixed term position

Key Accountabilities of GARS intern

You will always;

Strive to provide clinical excellence in the treatment of all patients
Seek guidance from senior staff and the nursing team where appropriate
Positive collaboration with all hospital departments
Achieve and maintain amicable relationships with staff from referring practices.
Represent the hospital and business in a positive and respectful manner
Complete case-based paperwork diligently and in a timely fashion
Foster a friendly and unified team environment

About You

You will have the following:

Registered as a veterinarian in Victoria
Radiation use licence
General practice experience is desirable but not essential, i.e. we will consider new graduates.
Passion for delivering the highest standard of care
Eagerness to have primary case responsibility.
Ability to work as part of a team
Excellent communication skills
Strong work ethic and enthusiasm for high caseload
Effective time management and organisational skills
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuing education
Commitment to the culture and values of the business
Honest, reliable and loyal character

Pay and Conditions

This is a salaried full-time position based on a 4-day working week.
Interns provide after-hours support on a rotational basis.
Regular working hours are 9am-7pm, however reasonable flexibility to work beyond those hours on a given day is required if clinical responsibilities dictate this.
Annual leave, personal/carer’s leave, parental leave, compassionate leave and community service leave will accrue and be provided in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.
Superannuation paid additional to salary package at 12%
CPD allowance is 2% of base wage
Radiation Licence expense covered during employment.

Email your CV and cover letter to dkeirs@garsvets.com.au and gplowman@garsvets.com.au

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GEELONG - 18 MONTH ECC INTERNSHIP

Geelong Animal Referral Services (GARS)

Position: Small Animal Emergency & Critical Care Internship

About Us:

GARS is a multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital staffed 24/7 with onsite specialists in surgery, internal medicine and emergency, supported by specialists in oncology and diagnostic imaging, residents, interns, reception and nursing staff.

The GARS vision is to be Victoria's leading referral centre. We have recruited staff with a view to achieving this goal. The hospital is brand new, purpose built, proudly independent and privately-owned. Located in Newtown Geelong, the hospital occupies a tranquil part of the city, immediately surrounded by beautiful greenspaces, overlooking the Barwon River, Balyang sanctuary and Balyang Golf course. The facility boasts its own private outdoor space with lawns overlooking the golf course and river for our staff and patients to enjoy. It is equipped with four consulting rooms, chemotherapy room, large central treatment area with adjacent nursing station and separate MRI, ultrasound/endoscopy, minimally invasive, fluoroscopy and CT suites. Three large operating theatres surround a large central sterile processing zone with separate staff offices, lecture theatre, board room, kitchen and lounge area and independent cat and dog wards. The waiting room is a beautiful space with high ceilings and separate waiting areas for dogs and cats.

The hospital equipment is state of the art and includes onsite MRI, CT, Fluoroscopy, Endoscopy, Ultrasound, DR radiography, multiparameter patient monitoring, mechanical ventilators, ECG, blood gas/electrolyte, coagulation, haematology and biochemistry machines.

About the Emergency & Critical Care Service:

The ECC service is run by specialists Dr Nicole Trigg (FANZCVS) and Dr Sarah Haldane (DACVECC). Nicole and Sarah have extensive experience and are passionate about providing exceptional patient care. Nicole and Sarah also aim to provide extensive training and support to staff to allow them to become competent in managing ECC cases. The ECC department specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of those emergent and critical cases with strong support from the surgical, medical and imaging departments.

Please click here to see photos!

About the area:

Position details

The ECC internship is designed to allow the intern to gain the confidence and necessary skills to manage a wide range of emergency and critical care cases over an 18-month period
It will involve day, night, weekend and public holiday shifts, with a rotating roster to allow work-life balance
Mentorship, training, support, and guidance is provided by a dynamic group of Specialists (Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency and Critical Care and Diagnostic Imaging) and a supportive team of nursing staff
Involvement in daily hospital and ECC rounds, in-clinic tutorials and journal club
Mentorship and support for interns to pursue ANZCVS membership if desired
Continuing education support, including attendance at conferences is encouraged
Completion of the University of Melbourne Graduate Certificate in Emergency and Critical Care is required during the internship with the fees for this included as part of your employment package
Guidance and support provided for applications to Residency programs, both within GARS and external institutions.
Full time position

Key Accountabilities of an ECC GARS intern

You will always;

Strive to provide clinical excellence in the treatment of all patients
Seek guidance from senior staff and the nursing team where appropriate
Positive collaboration with all hospital departments
Achieve and maintain amicable relationships with staff from referring practices.
Represent the hospital and business in a positive and respectful manner
Complete case-based paperwork diligently and in a timely fashion
Foster a friendly and unified team environment

About You

You will have the following;

Registered as a veterinarian in Victoria
General practice experience is desirable but not essential, i.e. we will consider new graduates
Passion for delivering the highest standard of care
Desire to practice high level emergency and critical care
Eagerness to have primary case responsibility as shifts will involve both assisting the ECC specialist with cases and managing your own cases (with assistance from the ECC specialist)
Ability to work as part of a team
Excellent communication skills
Strong work ethic and enthusiasm for high caseload
Effective time management and organisational skills
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuing education
Commitment to the culture and values of the business
Honest, reliable and loyal character

Pay and Conditions

This is a full-time position based on a 38 hour week on a rotating roster. This will involve a combination of 10-hour and 12.5-hour shifts
Interns work a combination of day, afternoon and night shifts, with weekend and public holiday work also required on a shared roster
Annual leave, personal/carer's leave, parental leave, compassionate leave and community service leave will accrue and be provided in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009
Superannuation paid additional to salary package
CPD allowance is 2% of base wage
Radiation Licence expense covered during employment

Email your CV and cover letter to: Dr Nicole Trigg: ntrigg@garsvets.com.au and dkeirs@garsvets.com.au

garsvets.com.au

GEELONG - ECC VET

Geelong Animal Referral Services (GARS)

Position: Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian Full Time/ Part Time/Casual

We are looking for dynamic ECC clinicians to join the GARS family.
At GARS you will enjoy a diverse high-volume case load in all disciplines with excellent support from two industry leading emergency specialists plus education and support from other department specialists, residents and department specific interns. GARS is completely dedicated to its team, and you will be joining a family where every member is highly valued, supported, rewarded, and cared for.

About Us

GARS is a multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital staffed 24/7 with onsite specialists in surgery internal medicine, emergency and critical care, supported by specialists in oncology and diagnostic imaging, interns, reception and nursing staff.

The GARS vision is to be Victoria's leading referral centre. We have recruited staff with a view to achieving this goal. The hospital is brand new, purpose built, proudly independent and privately-owned. Located in Newtown Geelong, the hospital occupies a tranquil part of the city, immediately surrounded by beautiful greenspaces, overlooking the Barwon River, Balyang sanctuary and Balyang Golf course. The facility boasts its own private outdoor space with lawns overlooking the golf course and river for our staff and patients to enjoy. It is equipped with four consulting rooms, chemotherapy room, large central treatment area with adjacent nursing station with separate MRI, ultrasound/endoscopy, minimally invasive fluoroscopy and CT suites. Three large operating theatres surround a large central sterile processing zone with separate staff offices, lecture theatre, board room, kitchen and lounge area plus independent cat and dog wards. The waiting room is also a beautiful space with high ceilings and separate waiting areas for dogs and cats.

Please click here to see photos!

Our staff are considered experts in their field and industry leaders. We are completely focused on our team, including every current and future member. We are dedicated to ensuring an appropriate work-life balance for all staff, while strongly valuing staff development with generous CPD available to all. We are dedicated to ensuring an appropriate work-life balance for all staff. If you wish to join our team that means you also are driven to achieving the highest possible standards of patient care and wish to work within a facility where staff excel at their job within a fun, inclusive and exceptional workspace.

We are looking for people who truly value teamwork and would like to join the GARS family, determined to take their career to the next level.

About the area

About the Emergency & Critical Care Service

Position details

Participation in the ECC roster shifts available include daytime, overnight, weekend and public holiday shifts.
Guidance and mentorship provided for candidates wanting to sit Membership exams or seeking a Residency position.
Mentorship and training to improve skills and knowledge within a vibrant emergency team.
Positions available now

Key Accountabilities for ECC Vets

Strive to provide clinical excellence in the treatment of all patients
Seek guidance from senior staff and specialists where appropriate
Positive collaboration with all hospital departments
Achieve and maintain amicable relationships with staff from referring practices.
Represent the hospital and business in a positive and respectful manner
Complete case-based paperwork diligently and in a timely fashion
Foster a friendly and unified team environment

About You

You will have the following.

Registration as a veterinarian in Victoria
Emergency experience desirable but not absolutely essential.
Passion for delivering the highest standard of care
Ability to work as part of a team
Excellent communication skills
Strong work ethic and enthusiasm for high caseload
Effective time management and organisational skills
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuing education
Commitment to the culture and values of the business
Honest, reliable and loyal character

What we can offer you

Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
Opportunity to join a fun, friendly and highly efficient team
Work in a truly beautiful facility in an enviable location.
An employer that aims to facilitate work life balance for all staff
Support to develop your skills and advance your career in Emergency & Critical Care.
A caring and supportive environment that focuses on staff wellness and positive workplace culture
Industry leading discounts for staff pets

For further information or to apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to ntrigg@garsvets.com.au and dkeirs@garsvets.com.au

garsvets.com.au

BENDIGO - SMALL ANIMALS

Companion Animal Veterinarian | Permanent or Part-time | Eaglehawk Road Vet and Epsom Vet

Build a rewarding veterinary career in Bendigo.

Across Eaglehawk Road Vet and Epsom Vet, we are looking for an experienced veterinarian to join a collaborative team that genuinely enjoys working together. You will be supported to practise high-quality medicine, build lasting client relationships and do your best work every day.

Two clinics. One supportive team.

Eaglehawk Road Vet has cared for pets and their people in Bendigo for more than 40 years, building long-standing relationships throughout the community. Epsom Vet is a newer, purpose-built clinic with advanced diagnostics including CT and endoscopy. Working across both practices gives you the best of an established community clinic and modern clinical capability.

Our experienced veterinary nurses are skilled, supportive and committed to helping our vets work at their best. The veterinary team is collaborative, down to earth and always willing to lend a hand or share an opinion. Kindness, teamwork and doing right by our patients, clients and each other are central to how we work.

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Enjoy the Bendigo lifestyle.

Bendigo offers the ideal balance of regional lifestyle and city convenience. With excellent food, arts, sporting facilities, bike and walking tracks, quality schooling options and Melbourne only 90 minutes away, it is a vibrant and growing community where you can build both a career and a life.

Flexibility that works for real life.

This companion animal role can be structured as permanent or part-time, with flexibility to suit your stage of life and career. You will work across Eaglehawk Road Vet and Epsom Vet with the support of multiple experienced veterinarians and capable nursing teams.

The role offers

100% companion animal work
Permanent or part-time hours, providing job security and access to benefits
A supportive team environment with multiple experienced veterinarians
Flexibility to suit your stage of life and career
A shared on-call roster across the veterinary team, with either a half-day Saturday or one overnight on-call shift approximately once per month; the service is well supported and financially rewarding, with a rostered day off following an overnight shift

Bring your experience and make an impact.

You are an experienced veterinarian who values high-quality medicine, teamwork and a positive workplace culture. You enjoy building relationships with clients, mentoring and being mentored, and working alongside capable nursing teams that enhance your day-to-day practice.

Proudly part of Apiam Animal Health.

You will be supported by the resources, expertise and opportunities of Apiam Animal Health while remaining part of two locally connected Bendigo clinics.

What's on offer

Competitive remuneration and benefits
Structured professional development, study leave and CPD support
Opportunities to connect with and learn from a large national veterinary network
A workplace that genuinely prioritises wellbeing and work-life balance
Benefits including volunteer leave, additional parental leave, Vet Education group membership, support for professional memberships and subscriptions, and clinic discounts for your pets

Build your next chapter in Bendigo.

If you are looking for a supportive, well-resourced companion animal role where you can make a genuine contribution and enjoy a welcoming regional lifestyle, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact our Recruitment Team for a confidential conversation call Katie on +61 462 081 168 or Email: recruitment@apiam.com.au

https://eaglehawkroad.vet/

MANSFIELD, VICTORIAN ALPS FOOTHILLS - SMALL ANIMAL ONLY IN A MIXED PRACTICE

Calling all new graduates who want to do 100% small animal work in a supportive rural setting!

Okay, this is me; ChatGPT free and talking from the heart, rather than copying and pasting the same old veterinary job advertisement you see everywhere.

Delatite Veterinary Services – my very own baby!

I started DVS in 2011, initially doing 100% horses and livestock. Three years later, I was so busy I was turning work away. I decided it was time to introduce a small animal clinic to complement the large animal side of the business.

Blink, and here we are more than a decade later! We now have a renovated, well-equipped veterinary clinic, sitting on 5 acres in beautiful Mansfield, with a team of 6 vets.

So, why work as a small animal vet in a rural clinic?

Well, in my opinion, you get the best of both worlds.

You get your everyday consults, vaccinations, desexings and routine surgery, with the occasional emergency thrown in to keep things interesting. You get clients who are often incredibly appreciative of your work, who say yes to treatment, and who allow you to build relationships, develop your clinical confidence and become the vet you want to be.

Now, a little honesty about us. DVS hasn't always got everything right. Over the years, we have employed a number of new graduates, and one thing we have learned is that teaching someone to be a confident mixed-practice vet is a BIG ask.

Learning small animal medicine and surgery is a huge undertaking in itself. Add in large animal work, changing hats between smallies in the morning and largies in the afternoon, and suddenly the learning curve becomes very steep. So, we have decided to do something a little differently.

We want a small animal-only new graduate!

Our current veterinary team is made up of:

Vet 1 – 100% large animal
Vets 2 and 3 – 100% small animal
Vets 4 and 5 – 50% small animal / 50% large animal

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Our new graduate would be joining and strengthening our small animal team, working alongside our two dedicated small animal vets whom each have 10 yrs + each high level experience. Our teaching method is to follow problem lists and use rounds every day at 10am to discuss the cases. Ultrasound is a backbone of the practice, including inhouse Echo’s. There is not much equipment we don’t have, and if there is something you feel passionate about, just let me know.

The idea is simple: give you the opportunity to concentrate on becoming a great small animal vet, without the added pressure of learning two completely different areas of veterinary medicine at once, while enjoying the great rural lifestyle of Mansfield.

Please send your CV to anna@delatitevetservices.com.au, I look forward to hearing from you.

ALBURY-WODONGA - SMALL ANIMALS - 2-4 DAYS/WK FOR 5 MONTH WITH PERMANENT OPTION

Veterinarian – Part time or casual – 2-4 days/week with optional weekend mornings work
Small animal. Albury-Wodonga. New Graduates are welcome to apply.

We have a vacancy for a part time vet for the next 5 months, which could turn into a permanent part time or full time job if mutually suited. However, we would also consider offering a permanent full time job to the right candidate.

Petfocus Vetcare is a privately and locally family owned practice well connected with the community and local rescue groups.

Our friendly team are seeking a veterinarian that is keen on practicing in a fresh modern environment with an experienced and supportive group of vets and vet nurses and all the modern toys on hand.

Experience is preferred however we are open to nurturing the right new graduate.

Petfocus Vetcare is a very modern five vet and seven nurse team working from Albury-Wodonga's largest and newest veterinary facility. The business has had a bubbly fourteen year journey and in 2018 moved into a modern purpose built facility with a separate dog, exotic pet and cat clinic and hospitals within a 500sq m working space.

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The veterinary team are an open minded, modern and friendly team with excellent practising standards. We have several specialists who visit the hospital; and our practice owner has her Membership with the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Feline Medicine.

About the facility:

Brand new separate dog, cat and exotic pets hospitals and Quarantine areas
Visiting and quiet rooms for dogs and cats
Comprehensive in house Idexx lab and the latest in Ezyvet software
Separate Radioactive iodine ward for cats
Companion Cert IV laser machine and our own in house chiropractor!
Hydrotherapy and underwater treadmill for physiotherapy for dogs
Separate dog and cat wards, treatment rooms and theatres
The latest in imaging with new ultrasound machine and a new CT machine
New IM3 dental Xray
Separate fully equipped dental hospital and full endoscopy suite
Purpose built cat condos and a glass cat and kitten adoption centre
An enclosed outdoor consulting area to assist dogs fearful of entering buildings
A mobile small animal vet visit service is available with company vehicles
An indoor and outdoor lunch area for staff and very central to shopping mall.

About the position.....

A good positive team player with great work ethic and personality is a must! Coming to work here is fun!
The veterinary team are supportive and collaborative but don't 'hover' unless you want us to!
The veterinary nursing team are extremely experienced, very good teachers and a great support.
Very quiet after hours with a 24 hour facility one hour away.
A range of 2-4 days per week on offer from 8am - 6pm, encouraged but optional week-end work with Saturdays operating 9am-noon and Sundays 9.30am-11.30am
Casual hourly rate of $60-$90 per hour, depending on experience and building based on performance
Accommodation packages available

Please apply by emailing or phoning Dr Renee Pigdon BVSc MANZCVS (Fel Med) PH 0418 596 565 renee@petfocus.com.au

petfocus.com.au, and

NEWTOWN, GEELONG - SMALL ANIMAL ROTATING INTERNSHIP New Position

Geelong Animal Referral Services (GARS)

Position: Small Animal Rotating internship
Surgery, Internal Medicine, ECC, Diagnostic Imaging.

About Us:

GARS is a multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital staffed 24/7. Onsite specialists in surgery, internal medicine, emergency and critical care and diagnostic imaging are supported by residents, department specific interns, reception and nursing staff.

The GARS vision is to be Victoria’s leading referral centre. We have recruited staff with a view to achieving this goal. The hospital is new, purpose built, proudly independent and privately-owned. Located in Newtown Geelong, the hospital occupies a tranquil part of the city, immediately surrounded by beautiful greenspaces, overlooking the Barwon River, Balyang sanctuary and Balyang Golf course. The facility boasts its own private outdoor space with lawns overlooking the golf course and river for our staff and patients to enjoy.

The hospital and its equipment are state of the art with onsite MRI, CT, Fluoroscopy, Endoscopy, Ultrasound, DR radiography, multiparameter patient monitoring, ventilators, oxygen cages, blood gas, coagulation, haematology and biochemistry machines and a full suite of surgical and medical instrumentation.

Please click here to see photos!

About the area:

Rotating internship, gaining valuable clinical experience in surgery, internal medicine, ECC and diagnostic imaging over a 12-month period
Mentorship, training, support and guidance provided by a dynamic group of specialists and a supportive team of nursing staff.
Guidance and support provided for applications to Residency programs, both within GARS and external institutions.
Full time position

Key Accountabilities of GARS intern

You will always:

Strive to provide clinical excellence in the treatment of all patients
Seek guidance from senior staff and the nursing team where appropriate
Positive collaboration with all hospital departments
Achieve and maintain amicable relationships with staff from referring practices.
Represent the hospital and business in a positive and respectful manner
Complete case-based paperwork diligently and in a timely fashion
Foster a friendly and unified team environment

About You

You will have the following:

Registered as a veterinarian in Victoria
General practice experience desirable but not essential, i.e. we will consider new graduates.
Passion for delivering the highest standard of care
Eagerness to have primary case responsibility.
Ability to work as part of a team
Excellent communication skills
Strong work ethic and enthusiasm for high caseload
Effective time management and organisational skills
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuing education
Commitment to the culture and values of the business
Honest, reliable and loyal character

Pay and Conditions

This is a salaried full-time position based on a 4-day working week. Some of these days will be on weekends. In addition to this, interns will provide after-hours support on a rotational basis.
Regular working hours are 8am-6pm, however reasonable flexibility to work beyond those hours on a given day is required if clinical responsibilities dictate this.
Annual leave, personal/carer’s leave, parental leave, compassionate leave and community service leave will accrue and be provided in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.
Some mobile work may be required in the GARS mobile service and our sister business Melbourne Animal Referral Services (MARS).
Superannuation paid additional to salary package at 12.0%
CPD allowance is 2% of base wage
Radiation Licence expense covered during employment.

Email your CV and cover letter to dkeirs@garsvets.com.au

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KYNETON, MACEDON RANGES - MIXED

Mixed Practice Position – Central Victoria

Exciting opportunity for a mixed practice Veterinarian, located in the picturesque Macedon Ranges at Kyneton in Central Victoria, to join an 11 vet / 13 support staff practice in a well-serviced sub-regional centre, less than one hour by road or rail from Melbourne and Bendigo, and by road from Ballarat.

A highly supportive environment for New Graduates or Experienced Veterinarians. Our long-established family owned, run and focused practice is looking for one mixed practice veterinarian part-time or full-time 3-4 days per week with one night on call and one weekend in 6 to add to our close-knit team.

We have been in our well-equipped, brand-new purpose-built clinic since August 2024. Our clients and we practice high standards of care, consistent with the needs and capacity of clients.

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Our veterinary team ranges across experience levels and interests to support and encourage development.

What we are looking for:

Great team player with a client-first mindset
Someone who loves variety and learning

What we offer:

We have a full in-house IDEXX suite, with internal and external referral support readily available as needed.

We are proud to provide a supportive environment for all staff, especially for new graduates.

Our workforce is very stable with extremely low turnover of vets and our high-quality support staff. A pre-planned support program is ready for new graduates while they settle in. We have been actively involved in extra-mural student teaching for many years and have associations with all Australian veterinary schools.

Duties are rotated amongst staff to give all vets opportunities to develop their interests.

Rosters are adjusted to maximise consecutive days off and to suit the individual as far as possible. We have a family friendly culture and approach.

Salary is paid per hour (rate depending on experience) with generous after-hours profit-sharing scheme. Current after-hours ratio 1:6, future 1:7 or better.

WHERE TO FROM HERE?

Please send your resume and covering letter to manager@mcintyrevet.com.au or call Greg on 0417 586 050
We like to interview by welcoming candidates into the practice for half day or longer if they have time. This gives time for you to meet other employees and to chat over lunch. We are also amenable to shorter interview formats or remote interview processes where necessary.
During this time, we can answer questions, discuss availability and suitability for each other, potential starting dates and provide an opportunity to familiarise yourself with our facility.
Further details are available on enquiry and a phone call or visit is always welcomed.

See www.mcintyrevet.com.au and

RUTHERGLEN, NORTH-EAST VIC/NSW BORDER - SMALL ANIMAL

Veterinarian – Full-Time or Part-Time

About Rutherglen Veterinary Clinic

Rutherglen Veterinary Clinic is a well-established small animal veterinary practice providing high-quality medical and surgical care to companion animals. In addition to our small animal services, we are proud to support local wildlife through treatment and rehabilitation where possible.

We are proud to be a part of a welcoming and friendly local rural community which includes wine makers, farmers, artists, tradesmen, retailers, community and health workers among others. We have the best pies, coffees, cake and café and pub food at our doorstep, with beautiful scenery, wineries and the Murray River close by.

Our clinic has built a strong reputation for compassionate patient care, excellent client service and a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of both our patients and our team. We are fortunate to have a loyal client base and a collaborative workplace culture where veterinarians and nurses work closely together to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.

Our team currently consists of two part time and one full time veterinarian, three qualified Cert IV veterinary nurses and three trainee nurses. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a veterinarian to join our friendly and supportive team.

Our Facilities

We are equipped to provide a high standard of veterinary care, with facilities including:

In-house IDEXX blood analysis including PT and aPTT
Mylab Fox Ultrasound machine including cardiac probe and mat
Modern diagnostic and treatment equipment including mindray multiparameter monitoring with ETCO2, digital XRAY
Dedicated surgical and hospitalisation facilities with newly installed duel head ceiling surgery lights and electric adjustable surgery table
Blood bank to facilitate emergency blood transfusion
Experienced veterinary nursing support
Opportunities to be involved in wildlife care and treatment
Please click here to see photos!

About You

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated veterinarian who enjoys working in a supportive team environment.

You will:

Be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care.
An interest in emergency medicine
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Enjoy building strong relationships with clients and patients.
Work well both independently and as part of a team.
Be eligible for veterinary registration in Victoria.
Have a commitment to ongoing professional development

Applications from both experienced veterinarians and new graduates are encouraged.

About the Role

This position is available on either a full-time or part-time basis, with flexibility for the right candidate.

We welcome applications from new and recent graduates and are committed to providing ongoing support for continued professional growth

The role offers:

A diverse small animal medical and surgical caseload.
Opportunity to be involved in wildlife treatment and care.
Exposure to emergency and critical care cases
A supportive team of experienced veterinarians, nurses and trainee nurses.
No on-call requirements.
Rotating Saturday roster.
Modern facilities and equipment located within a historic building
A family-friendly workplace culture.
Strong emphasis on work-life balance.
Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.

Remuneration will be negotiated according to experience and qualifications.

About Us

At Rutherglen Veterinary Clinic, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, respectful and welcoming workplace. We value teamwork, open communication and creating an environment where staff feel encouraged to learn, develop and enjoy coming to work each day.

Our veterinarians have a wealth of experience in Emergency and Critical Care, surgery and general medicine and are keen to pass this knowledge on to our colleagues

If you are looking to join a friendly and dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care to companion animals and wildlife, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Now

Please send your resume and cover letter to:

Rutherglen Veterinary Clinic
📧mscullin.rvc@gmail.com
📞 (02) 6032 8022

149 Main Street, Rutherglen VIC 3685

See www.rutherglenvets.com.au, and

EAST BENDIGO, NORTH CENTRAL VIC - EQUINE SURGEON (SPECIALIST)

Equine Surgeon (Specialist)
Victorian Equine Group: Bendigo Equine Hospital

Lead complex equine surgical cases, shape clinical excellence, and build a rewarding specialist career in one of Victoria's most respected regional equine practices.

Victorian Equine Group brings together Bendigo Equine Hospital and satellite services across key breeding and performance regions, including Lancefield, Nagambie, and Northern Victoria.

Since opening in 2012, Bendigo Equine Hospital has grown into a trusted first opinion and referral centre with a collaborative team of 10–13 veterinarians.

We are now looking for a skilled and motivated Equine Surgeon to join the team at Bendigo.

This is an opportunity to take on meaningful surgical work, influence clinical standards, mentor capable colleagues, and contribute to a progressive equine practice with a strong reputation across regional Victoria.

Why join Bendigo Equine Hospital?

You will see a varied and rewarding caseload, with approximately 60% commercial and 40% pleasure horses, providing broad exposure across referral, emergency, performance, reproductive, and general equine practice. You will work alongside surgical and reproductive specialists, experienced ambulatory clinicians, and hospital-based practitioners who are committed topractical, high-quality equine care.

Based opposite Bendigo Racecourse, our purpose-built hospital includes a fully equipped surgical suite and the facilities to support a wide range of procedures and services, including:

Orthopaedic surgery (arthroscopy, fracture repair, joint pathology)
Soft tissue surgery (colic, dystocia, airway procedures, reproductive surgery, wound management)
Minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy)
Intensive medical care, including neonatal and critical care cases
Lameness and poor performance investigations (first opinion and referral)
Stud veterinary services, supporting major Thoroughbred and Standardbred operations

Live and work in Bendigo

Bendigo offers the best of regional living: affordability, excellent schools, a vibrant arts and food scene, a strong equestrian community, and easy access to Melbourne in approximately 1.5 hours.

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About you

You may be a registered specialist, board eligible, or an experienced equine surgeon with an equivalent advanced training pathway. Most importantly, you will bring the capability, confidence, and ambition to play a key clinical role within the group.

You will bring:

Advanced, well-rounded capability across equine clinical practice
Strong surgical expertise with a focus on lameness
Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team development experience
Sound clinical judgment with excellent communication skills
Commitment to high standards of care and continuous clinical improvement
Collaborative, client-focused approach to practice

To be successful, you will need:

Veterinary degree recognised in Australia
Specialist registration, board eligibility, or equivalent advanced training pathway
Minimum 5 years' experience in equine surgery

Grow your career

This role offers genuine scope to grow your specialist career, contribute to clinical initiatives, and help shape the continuing development of the practice.

As part of Apiam Animal Health, Australia's largest rural and regional veterinary network, you will be supported by:

Access to a broad professional network
Structured internal CPD and training programs
Opportunities for cross-clinic collaboration and skill development
Genuine support for long-term career advancement

Remuneration and benefits

Competitive salary package up to $250,000, commensurate with experience
VSB registration and AVA/EVA memberships supported
Generous CPD allowance + paid VetEducation membership
Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme
Generous staff discounts on veterinary services and products

Apply now

If you are ready to take the next step in your equine surgical career, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, contact Corinne on 0458 387 478, or submit your cover letter and CV to corinne.warnick@apiam.com.au

WARRNAMBOOL, SURF COAST - MIXED

Veterinarian – Warrnambool & Port Fairy Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced veterinarian to join our large, supportive mixed practice team in Warrnambool with the added opportunity to work in our beautiful Port Fairy satellite clinic.

Whether you enjoy the diversity of mixed practice or prefer to focus on companion animals, we’ll tailor your caseload to suit your interests.

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About Us

A leading regional hospital since 1978, we provide high-quality care across companion animals and production species, supported by clinics in Port Fairy, Koroit and Nullawarre.

Facilities include:

Modern hospital with 5 consult rooms
Digital radiography, ultrasound & endoscopy
Full in-house Idexx lab
Dedicated dentistry suite including dental radiography
Fully equipped mobile clinic that extends our services on-farm and at community events - making care more accessible

Alongside working in our well-equipped Warrnambool hospital, you’ll have the option to:

Split your time between Warrnambool and our Port Fairy clinic, taking on a sole charge role a few days per week

The Role

You’ll see a broad and interesting caseload including:

Small animal medicine and surgery
Varied mixed and production animal work, including strong dairy focus
Opportunities to develop in dentistry, surgery, herd health or your own special interests

What you’ll bring

A confident, collaborative approach with a passion for quality care and fostering lasting client relationships
Experience in mixed or small animal practice
Ability (or interest) in working sole charge in a supported environment
A genuine desire to keep learning and developing

Why you’ll love working with us

Flexibility + Lifestyle

Full-time or part-time options with shared on-call
Rosters designed to support work-life balance

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills, starting at $100k
4 weeks annual leave + 1 week study leave
$1,000 membership or registration allowance + generous CPD support
Paid volunteer leave + EAP + Mental Health First Aid Officers
Generous retail, travel and fitness discounts, and discounts on veterinary services for your own pets
Visa sponsorship and relocation support available for the right applicant

Based along the iconic Great Ocean Road, Warrnambool and Port Fairy offer a unique coastal lifestyle, with beautiful beaches, scenic walking tracks, and whale watching right on your doorstep. The region is known for its relaxed, welcoming community and provides all the benefits of regional living without sacrificing access to services and amenities.

Get in touch for a chat or send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@apiam.com.au

ARARAT/BEAUFORT, GRAMPIAN/PYRENEES - MIXED New Position

Experienced Mixed Practice Veterinarian – Western Victoria Vets

Ararat & Beaufort, Victoria | 4-Day Working Week | NO AFTER-HOURS OR ON-CALL

$110,000–$170,000 + Superannuation (FTE)

Love mixed practice but looking for a better work-life balance?

Western Victoria Vets is seeking an experienced mixed practice veterinarian (3+ years) to join our friendly, independently owned practice in regional Victoria.

We're offering something that can be difficult to find in mixed practice: a four-day working week, no after-hours or overnight on-call, an interesting and varied caseload, and a genuinely supportive working environment.

Whether your interests lie in small animal medicine, surgery, production animal work or a combination of all three, this is an opportunity to enjoy the diversity of mixed practice while developing your individual clinical interests.

Why Join Us?

Western Victoria Vets is a well-established, privately owned mixed practice that has been caring for animals across Western Victoria for over 40 years.

We've recently moved into our brand-new, purpose-built veterinary hospital in Ararat, featuring separate dog and cat consulting and hospital areas, a modern surgical theatre, dedicated dental suite and excellent diagnostic facilities.

You'll join an experienced, collaborative veterinary and nursing team, with support from visiting specialists and opportunities to develop your individual clinical interests.

We're proud to be part of the Lincoln Veterinary Institute, reflecting our strong commitment to both personal and professional development. We believe that being a great veterinarian is about more than clinical skills alone, and we're passionate about supporting our team to grow in confidence, develop leadership skills, build rewarding careers and maintain a healthy balance between work and life.

We're a down-to-earth team who take our work seriously but also enjoy having a laugh along the way. We value collaboration, continuous improvement and creating a workplace where people feel supported, challenged and genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Please click here to see photos!

The Role – The Best of Both Worlds

Our caseload is approximately 70% small animal and 30% large animal, offering a genuinely interesting mix of companion animal medicine, surgery and farm work.

No two days are quite the same, and there's plenty of opportunity to pursue the areas of veterinary medicine you enjoy most.

Small Animal Medicine & Surgery

Our small animal caseload is varied and rewarding, ranging from routine preventative healthcare through to complex medical and surgical cases.

You'll have the opportunity to work across:

General medicine and preventative healthcare
Soft tissue and abdominal surgery
Emergency surgical procedures
Trauma and wound management
Orthopaedic procedures
Diagnostic imaging and medical investigations
Complex medical cases, with support from visiting specialists

An interest in surgery would be a real advantage. Our new hospital offers excellent facilities for a veterinarian who enjoys operating and would like to further develop their surgical skills and experience.

We value clinical autonomy and encourage our veterinarians to develop their individual interests, with opportunities for ongoing learning and professional collaboration.

Large Animal & Production Medicine

Our large animal work includes beef cattle, sheep, equine and general farm animal medicine.

You'll have the opportunity to be involved in:

Beef cattle pregnancy testing and reproductive management
Sheep flock health, fertility and production medicine
Herd health and disease investigations
Calvings, lameness investigations and general farm animal medicine
Ram vasectomies and brucellosis testing
Equine medicine and general ambulatory work
Preventative health programs and livestock consultancy

We're continuing to develop our sheep and cattle consultancy services, and there is a genuine opportunity for someone interested in production animal medicine to help shape and expand this area of the practice.

Experience in cattle pregnancy testing would be highly regarded, as would an interest in sheep flock health and developing long-term relationships with livestock producers.

We don't expect you to be an expert in every aspect of mixed practice. We're looking for someone who enjoys the variety, brings sound clinical judgement and is keen to continue developing their skills.

What We Offer

Four-day working week
NO AFTER-HOURS OR ON-CALL
Competitive salary of $110,000–$170,000 + superannuation (full-time equivalent, pro rata for agreed hours), depending on experience and skills
Just 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (9 am–12 pm) – no Saturday afternoons or Sundays
Generous CPD allowance and one week of conference leave
Four weeks of annual leave (pro rata), with flexibility for additional unpaid leave
Personal and professional development opportunities through our involvement with the Lincoln Veterinary Institute
Brand-new, purpose-built veterinary hospital with modern surgical and diagnostic facilities
Experienced and supportive veterinary and nursing team
Visiting specialists and opportunities for professional collaboration
Clinical autonomy and support to develop your individual interests
Opportunities to further develop surgical skills and expand our livestock consultancy services
A friendly, down-to-earth workplace that values teamwork, a sense of humour and genuine work-life balance

When your working day finishes, your time is your own.

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a veterinarian with at least three years of clinical experience who enjoys the variety and challenges of mixed practice.

Ideally, you'll bring:

Confidence in small animal medicine and routine surgery
An interest in surgery and further developing your surgical skills – highly regarded
Experience or a genuine interest in sheep, beef cattle and general large animal medicine
Cattle pregnancy testing skills – highly regarded
An interest in production animal medicine and livestock consultancy
Strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships
Sound clinical judgement and a practical, proactive approach
The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team
A collaborative attitude, a good sense of humour and a willingness to keep learning

Above all, we're looking for someone who enjoys being a vet, takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a supportive team.

Lifestyle & Location – Ararat, Western Victoria

Located at the foot of the Grampians, Ararat offers a relaxed and affordable country lifestyle without sacrificing convenience.

Approximately two hours from Melbourne
Around 90 minutes from the coast
Close to wineries, restaurants and great country pubs
Fantastic hiking, cycling and outdoor recreation
Affordable housing and a welcoming community

With a four-day working week and no after-hours, you'll actually have time to enjoy it all.

Apply or Enquire

If you enjoy the variety of mixed practice but are looking for a role that offers professional satisfaction, opportunities to develop your interests and a life outside of work, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're actively looking or simply curious about making a change, we're always happy to have a confidential conversation.

Call Ali: 03 5352 1021

Email your application or enquiry: clinic@westernvictoriavets.com.au

Website: https://www.westernvictoriavets.com.au/

Western Victoria Vets – Great veterinary medicine. A life outside of work.

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