Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian – Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital
Full-time | East Mornington
We're looking for an experienced ECC Veterinarian to join our referral hospital team. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary specialist hospital that includes ECC, surgery, anaesthesia, and an attached GP clinic meaning the cases you see in emergency are true emergencies.
Why Join Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital?
As part of our referral hospital team, you'll be at the heart of complex, high‐acuity cases you won't find in general practice. You'll work closely with highly skilled specialists and passionate nurses and ECC veterinarians in a progressive, supportive, and fun environment.
Key Responsibilities and Working Environment
You'll work a structured 4‐week rotating roster of days, evenings, overnights, and weekends, alongside an experienced ECC Vet Team Leader and a diverse ECC team including vets with memberships, internship experience, and developing clinicians. Our caseload is uniquely diverse — from metro‐style emergencies to rural presentations.
On any shift you might treat snake bites, blocked cats, blowfish ingestions, high‐rise cats, GDVs, or pets kicked by horses. We are also recognised for our work with brachycephalic patients, and our collaborative culture ensures every discipline works together to provide the highest level of patient care.
About You
* 2+ years of emergency practice experience (preferred)
* Confidence in approaching emergency cases and performing emergency procedures and soft‐tissue surgery (or the motivation to develop these skills with our support)
* Excellent communication, teamwork, and time‐management skills
* A strong passion for ECC and commitment to ongoing learning
* An interest in teaching and mentoring; as a University of Melbourne core rotation site, we support interns, residents, and the next generation of vets
What We Offer
* Competitive salary package + superannuation (commensurate with experience)
* 1 week study leave and 5 weeks annual leave
* Generous overnight shift allowance
* Mental health and wellness support, plus flexible paid parental leave
* The opportunity to work with and learn from industry‐leading specialists
* Access to excellent referral hospital facilities
* A workplace with excellent staff retention and a supportive, fun team culture
* Staff discounts across our GP network
* Live the lifestyle: enjoy beaches, wineries, state parks, and coastal living, with easy access to Melbourne
About the Location
After your shift, you'll be just minutes from beaches, wineries, and bushland trails on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula only an hour from Melbourne.
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