Consulting Vet Job in Melbourne - 201,854AM

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LOCATION: Melbourne, Victoria

TYPE OF WORK: 100% Small Animal

HOURS: Full Time or Part Time

AFTER HOURS: None

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

JOB NO: 201,854AM

Not a keen surgeon? Prefer consulting and in-patient care?

Join a passionate, dedicated team at a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital in Melbourne!

This progressive practice values new perspectives, nurtures creativity, and fosters a collaborative, respectful team environment.

Enjoy working in a modern facility designed around fear-free principles to optimise animal health and staff wellbeing. With recent upgrades throughout, this is a workplace where both people and patients are supported to thrive.

In your new role as a consulting vet, you’ll provide high-quality veterinary care, contributing to the continued delivery of exceptional services to the community.

This position offers flexibility in both days and hours. With part-time and full-time options available, you can choose to work mornings, afternoons, or evenings across a seven-day roster. Full-time vets typically work a four-day week. The hospital is open from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, Monday to Sunday.

The practice is exceptionally well-equipped, featuring CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, an in-house lab, patient monitors, and purpose-built ICU wards for cats and dogs. You’ll be supported by a team of experienced, highly skilled veterinarians and will encounter a varied and interesting caseload—an ideal setting to refine your expertise or develop a special interest.

To be considered, applicants must have:

– A recognised veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility) to work in Victoria

– A minimum of two years’ experience in a general practice or animal hospital

– Availability to work a mix of weekday, evening, and weekend shifts, including some public holidays

– Strong decision-making and clinical reasoning skills

– High emotional intelligence and self-awareness – Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, team-focused attitude

– The ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospital environment

– A genuine passion for community-focused veterinary care

Benefits include:

– CPD allowance

– On-site parking

– Staff discounts on veterinary care, products, and pet insurance

– Pet-friendly policies

Sponsorship is available for suitable overseas candidates. Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or equivalent) and meet the eligibility requirements for registration as a veterinary practitioner in Australia.

With its proximity to the CBD, thriving arts and food scene, heritage charm, excellent public amenities and transport, North Melbourne offers an outstanding lifestyle for veterinary professionals.

If you’re ready to join a dynamic team making a real difference in the community, apply now!

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