Emergency Veterinarian in Melbourne

Are you an experienced Vet looking for a more exciting caseload? We guarantee you won’t be bored with us! CARE is a multidisciplinary veterinary specialist and emergency hospital in Collingwood, centrally located on the fringe of Melbourne’s CBD. We are seeking an experienced ECC Vet who thrives on a busy shift and has a passion for providing the best patient care.

Our ECC veterinarians are led and supported by Dr. Christine Lovatt DAVCECC with support from the wider specialist team and a core of Membership qualified ECC vets, allowing excellent scope for continuing education opportunities and practical on-the-job training.

What we are offering:

• Join us on a permanent part or full-time basis.
• Our team typically works 120 hrs per 4 week rotation.
• Genuine support while you transition into the role and throughout your career with us.
• Shifts are 10 or 12.5 hours in length and are across 24 hours.
• Generous hourly rate.
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave, study leave and other perks.
• Excellent case exposure and patient care.
• A team culture of knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Easy commute to work, thanks to our close proximity to multimodal public transport and major arterial freeways.
• Great staff amenities, including complimentary snacks, beverages, and weekly deliveries of fresh fruit.

The role:

The position involves primary responsibility for the treatment of primary accession and referred cases to our emergency and critical care department, as well as shared care of hospitalised patients both from the primary emergency caseload and the other specialist departments. Management of cases in the ICU often involves discussion and assistance from multiple specialist disciplines, providing an excellent opportunity for learning and case follow-up.

About us:

We are a large 24hr multidisciplinary hospital based in the eclectic inner-city neighbourhood of Collingwood (3km from the CBD). The hospital is staffed with an outstanding team of veterinarians, nurses, and support staff working alongside specialists in surgery, internal medicine, and emergency & critical care. You will have access to a large suite of equipment including a variety of imaging modalities and critical care equipment.

The perks of being a part of our network:

• Career development and National Mentoring program.
• National membership study groups.
• Annual Greencross Veterinary Symposium Conference.
• Consultation Coaching provided by On Switch.
• Staff discounts at Petbarn and Greencross clinics.
• Relocation and Sponsorship options.
• Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and back-to-work programs.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About You:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent with Veterinary Registration in VIC essential.
• Experience in an emergency veterinary setting is desirable.
• An interest and some experience in routine and emergency surgery would be ideal.
• Commitment to being a team player and good communicator.
• Dedication to delivering compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.

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