If you’re passionate about small animal medicine and keen to work within a skilled, supportive team, this could be the ideal role for you.
A growing small animal general practice located on Melbourne’s northern outskirts is looking for a veterinarian to join their team on a part-time basis.
This position involves working 1–2 days per week, plus participation in a rotating Saturday roster shared among the team. Flexible scheduling is available for the right candidate.
The practice is in an exciting phase of growth, and this role will play a key part in expanding and enhancing the clinic’s services while complementing a team of dedicated professionals.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills with both clients and colleagues, a commitment to ongoing clinical development, and a friendly, positive attitude. They’ll be a strong team player who leads by example and integrates easily with the existing staff.
The practice offers a full range of services you’d expect from a modern hospital, including dental and DR radiography and a comprehensive Idexx suite with blood gases, ionised calcium, and dual biochemistry analysers. In addition, the clinic is equipped with a wide range of advanced diagnostic and surgical tools. These include a spacious, open-plan dental suite; a MyLab 9 ultrasound with probes for CVS, MSK, and abdominal imaging; a 0.5 Tesla MRI; Cone-Beam CT for middle ear, joint, and dental assessments; and fluoroscopy. There’s also a Karl Storz endoscopy stack, Autocon II cautery, and a CO2 laser.
The clinic is co-located with a state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility offering advanced and integrative therapies. These include hyperbaric oxygen therapy, laser therapy, stem cell and PRP treatments, gait analysis with a pressure-sensitive mat, therapeutic ultrasound, and shockwave therapy. The facility features two underwater treadmills (including one with a variable incline) and a therapeutic hydrotherapy pool to support comprehensive patient rehabilitation.
Remuneration and benefits include:
-A competitive pro-rata salary based on a full-time equivalent of $90,000–$140,000 p.a. + super (commensurate with experience)
-VSB registration and professional memberships supported
-Access to VIN and/or Plumb’s
-Five days of paid volunteer leave annually
-A wellness day for those times when you just need a mental health break, no questions asked
-Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme
– Access to wellbeing initiatives, including confidential counselling and a trained Mental Health First Aid Officer on site
– Discounts on retail, travel, and services—including gym memberships, Verve Travel Management, and Hertz
-Excellent staff discounts on products and services for your own pets
At this practice, staff wellbeing comes first. The team culture is collaborative and open-minded, and every voice is valued—regardless of job title or experience. The focus is on providing exceptional care to patients and clients, and the clinic’s leadership is committed to supporting the team in delivering this through a positive and empowering work environment. The practice also has plans to expand to 24-hour emergency services in the next 12–24 months, including a building upgrade and further service development.
The clinic is located about an hour from Melbourne’s CBD in a quiet, leafy suburb surrounded by parks and greenery, offering a peaceful lifestyle within easy reach of the city.
