Locum/ Casual Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
Are you an experienced Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian looking for afixed-termlocum contract or flexible casual shifts in a high-acuity referral setting?
Do you enjoy managing complex cases such as GDVs, snake envenomations, tick paralysis, and trauma — but want the support of ECC specialists and a full referral team to deliver the best possible patient outcomes?
Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital is seeking experienced ECC Veterinarians to join our multidisciplinary team on either a3–6 month locum contract or casual basis, depending on your availability and preferences.
You'll be working in a true referral environment where emergency cases are exactly that — emergencies. Our hospital integrates ECC, surgery, anaesthesia, and an attached GP clinic, offering a diverse and rewarding caseload.
* 24/7 emergency and referral services across ECC, surgery, and anaesthesia
* A highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team including specialists, registrars, and experienced ECC clinicians
* Exposure to advanced ECC cases including trauma, ventilated patients, critical anaesthesia, transfusions, chest drains, central lines, and more
* A supportive, progressive, and genuinely fun team culture
* A stunning coastal lifestyle on the Mornington Peninsula — minutes from beaches, wineries, and bushland trails, and just one hour from Melbourne
About You
* 3+ years of emergency practice experience (preferred)
* Confidence managing emergency presentations and performing emergency procedures (or strong motivation to develop these skills with specialist support)
* Excellent communication, teamwork, and time-management skills
* A genuine passion for ECC and high-quality patient care
* Interest in teaching and mentoring is welcomed — we are a University of Melbourne core rotation site
What We Offer
* Competitivelocum or casual hourly rate (commensurate with experience)
* Generous overnight and after-hours allowances
* Flexible engagement options to suit your lifestyle (locum contract or casual shifts)
* Fully supported experience within a specialist referral hospital
* Access to industry-leading specialists and advanced hospital facilities
* Mental health and wellbeing support
* Staff discounts across our GP network
* A highly engaged, supportive team with excellent staff retention
Curious to Learn More?
Whether you're seeking ashort-term locum contract or ongoing casual flexibility, we're committed to making your experience seamless and rewarding.
If you're passionate about ECC and keen to work in a progressive referral hospital while enjoying a coastal lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.
Level 2, Building A, The Park Estate, 5 Talavera Road, Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
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