At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver life-saving emergency care and collaborate with a skilled veterinary team.
- Company: Join Australia's largest employee-owned emergency veterinary network.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, CPD support, wellbeing programs, and discounted pet treatments.
- Other info: Flexible hours, relocation support, and a vibrant lifestyle in sunny Perth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in emergency medicine while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
- Qualifications: BVSc (or equivalent) with strong emergency care skills and confidence in decision-making.
The predicted salary is between 94.85 - 94.85 $ per hour.
Animal Emergency Australia (AEA) is Australia's largest employee‑owned emergency veterinary network, operating 14 hospitals across Australia. We combine the expertise, resources and collaboration of a nationally connected network with the agility of locally led hospitals, creating an environment where our teams can focus on delivering quality patient care and outcomes.
At AES Cannington, part of the Animal Emergency Australia (AEA) network, you’ll work at the forefront of emergency medicine, delivering life‑saving care when it matters most. We have intentionally designed our roster, workflows, facilities and culture to create a sustainable emergency career where you can practice high‑quality medicine, continue growing professionally, and still have time for the things that matter outside the hospital.
The Role
- This is the next step in your emergency and critical care career! This role is ideal for a highly skilled Emergency Vet seeking greater impact, autonomy and a challenging ECC scope.
- Work collaboratively with an experienced and highly skilled ECC nursing and support team.
- Treat a wide range of medical and surgical cases ranging from urgent to critical care.
- Access advanced equipment including Esaote ultrasonography, full IDEXX suite, blood gas analysers, ventilators and advanced ECC monitoring equipment.
About You
- BVSc (or equivalent) with Australian registration.
- MANZCVS (ECC or similar) desirable, not essential.
- Strong emergency and critical care skills.
- Confidence in clinical decision‑making.
- A passion for mentoring and team development.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
What’s On Offer
- 60h per fortnight across a rotating 24/7 roster.
- Competitive permanent part‑time remuneration of $78.87-$94.85 per hour + superannuation.
- CPD support and access to Improve International ECC programs.
- Collaborative clinical discussions and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Employee wellbeing support including EAP and mental health first aid.
- Discounted pet products and treatments (up to 70%).
- Access to discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport).
Considering relocation to Perth? Looking for a lifestyle change? Perth offers world‑class beaches, a relaxed lifestyle, excellent schools, renowned wine regions, and over 3,200 hours of sunshine annually. Flexible options and relocation support are available.
Ready for your next challenge? For a confidential discussion or additional information, please contact Mitchell Merritt at careers@aes.email.
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, veterans, carers and people of all ages.
Senior Emergency Veterinarian employer: Animal Emergency Australia
Animal Emergency Australia is an exceptional employer, offering veterinarians the chance to thrive in a supportive and skilled team environment while enjoying the stunning lifestyle of Bangalow, just minutes from Byron Bay. With flexible casual shifts, competitive pay rates, and access to advanced veterinary equipment, employees can balance meaningful work with personal priorities, all while contributing to high-quality emergency care for pets in a collaborative setting.
Contact Details:
Animal Emergency Australia Recruitment Team
