Veterinarian - Emergency

VicVet · Whittlesea, VIC
Employment type: Full-time or part-time
Salary: $120,000–$180,000 + superannuation, commensurate with experience
Visa sponsorship options and relocation assistance of up to $10,000 available

Shape the Future of Veterinary Care in Melbourne’s North

At VicVet, we’re building an integrated veterinary destination that brings together Primary Care, Emergency, and expanding Referral Services under one roof.

Our purpose-built Emergency & Referral hospital opened in Whittlesea in April 2026. Planned investments in medicine, oncology, CT, surgery and advanced referral capabilities will create opportunities for veterinarians looking to grow their skills and help shape the service.

Backed by Apiam Animal Health, you’ll benefit from a national veterinary network while working alongside experienced clinicians in a team that values collaboration, professional development and life outside work.

About VicVet

VicVet provides general practice and emergency and critical care to Melbourne’s northern corridor.

As we grow, we’re investing in integrated emergency and referral services, supported by a skilled nursing team and experienced clinical leaders. Expanding our veterinary team will strengthen mentoring, clinical support and development opportunities while continuing to deliver high standards of patient care.

Why Join VicVet?

• Help shape a growing service. Contribute to an integrated model of Primary Care, Emergency and Referral medicine.
• Work in a purpose-built hospital. A modern environment designed for triage, diagnostics and critical care.
• Learn from experienced clinicians. Receive mentorship from experienced clinicians alongside support from a dedicated ECC nursing team.
• Develop your clinical skills. Manage a diverse emergency caseload and contribute to clinical workflows and protocols.
• Build your career. Access structured development and future opportunities as our referral capabilities expand.
• Find a sustainable roster. Discuss full-time or part-time arrangements across day, evening, overnight and weekend shifts.

The Opportunity

As an Emergency Veterinarian, you’ll deliver emergency and critical care while contributing to the continued development of our service.

Whether you’re an experienced ECC clinician or a GP veterinarian ready to begin your emergency journey, you’ll join a team that values mentorship, knowledge-sharing and continuous learning.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinarians, ECC nurses and the wider clinical team, with a mix of sole-charge and team-based shifts and clinical support arrangements in place.

We’re looking for someone who communicates clearly, works well independently and within a team, and is committed to clinical excellence. You’ll need a veterinary degree registrable in Victoria—BVSc, DVM or equivalent—and experience in, or a strong interest in, emergency and critical care.

What We Offer

We know choosing your next role involves more than salary. Our package includes:

• Flexible shift types: Choose from hospital and consulting shifts. Hospital shifts run from 6:00am–6:30pm or 6:00pm–6:30am. Consulting shifts offer flexible hours, typically 2:00pm–10:00pm on weekends and 4:00pm–midnight on weekdays.
• Competitive remuneration: $120,000–$180,000 + superannuation, commensurate with experience.
• Sponsorship and relocation: Visa sponsorship assistance, including options for working holiday visa holders, and relocation assistance of up to $10,000.
• Professional development: A generous CPD allowance, one week of paid study leave and enrolment in the Improve Veterinary Education Accelerated Emergency Program if beneficial to you.
• Registration and memberships: Veterinary Surgeons Board registration and VetEducation membership.
• Leave benefits: Five weeks of annual leave as a shiftworker and paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme.
• Recognition and rewards: Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs that celebrate contribution.
• National career opportunities: Access to mentoring, collaboration, leadership development and career pathways across the Apiam network.
• Wellbeing support: Flexible working arrangements, sustainable rostering, an Employee Assistance Program and an onsite Mental Health First Aid Officer.
• Staff benefits and discounts: Discounts on veterinary services and products, plus retail, gym, travel and lifestyle offerings.

Let’s Have a Conversation

Choosing your next hospital is about the team, the support and what your working week will look like.

If you’d like to learn more about the caseload, roster, leadership structure, development opportunities or day-to-day life at VicVet, we’d love to chat.

Apply today or contact our Recruitment Team for a confidential conversation.

Email: recruitment@apiam.com.au