We're looking for veterinarians ready to make a real impact, from farm gates to family pets. Based across two long standing practices just 20 minutes apart, you'll join a supportive team delivering quality mixed practice medicine to the communities of Portland and Heywood, Victoria.
About the Clinics
Portland Vet Clinic has been a cornerstone of the community for over 20 years, providing exceptional small animal care. With state-of-the-art facilities including a fully equipped x-ray room, IDEXX lab, dental suite with drill and scaler, lift tables, and generous consult/procedure spaces, you'll have the tools you need to deliver excellent medicine. Opening hours: 8am–6pm weekdays.
Heywood Vet Clinic is their satellite practice and the hub for production animal services. Here, you'll work hands-on with beef and sheep enterprises, including preparing livestock consignments for export to overseas markets. Opening hours: 8am–5pm weekdays.
Both clinics are supported by experienced and dedicated nursing and admin staff, making sure you can focus on doing what you do best. After hours emergency care is shared across the team, with strong support in place. Everybody pulls together when there's work and relaxes when it's time, decisions can be made quickly, and ideas are encouraged.
About You
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience in mixed practice, or
- A new graduate (2026 intake) eager to build skills in both companion and production animal medicine.
- A passion for high-quality, compassionate veterinary care.
- A desire for a role that balances professional development with lifestyle.
The Lifestyle
Portland and Heywood offer a true country town welcome. Affordable housing and easy access to hospitals, schools, and childcare make it perfect for families and young professionals alike.
You'll also be living right on the coast. Portland boasts a large sheltered harbour, ideal for sailing, swimming, fishing, diving, or windsurfing. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike or bike along the cliffs, explore Cape Bridgewater, or take a guided cultural tour of Budj Bim National Park.
On weekends, wander Portland's cafes and foreshore, or take a road trip, Warrnambool, Port Fairy, and Hamilton are all within an hour's drive, and the iconic Great Ocean Road is close enough for spontaneous adventures.
Why Join them?
At both clinics, they pride themselves not just on excellent medicine but also on supporting each other. You'll have a strong team around you, modern facilities, and the chance to grow across both companion and production animal work, while enjoying a lifestyle most city clinics can't match.
So, what's next?
If you're ready to trade routine for adventure, join a team that feels like family, and take your career somewhere it can truly thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
Send your CV, don't worry if it's not up to date. We can't get the whole story in a job ad so ask any questions. I'll answer honestly, no hard sell.
Come for the career. Stay for the coastline. Build a life you'll love in Victoria.
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