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Veterinary Surgeon

J648284 Pakenham Victoria AUD150K / Year

Veterinary Surgeon
Part Time, Pakenham, Victoria

Why Move to Australia as a UK Veterinarian?

For UK veterinarians, Australia offers a unique combination of career growth, clinical autonomy, and lifestyle benefits. With strong demand for experienced vets, moving to Australia allows you to step into leadership and hands-on clinical roles, broaden your surgical and general practice experience, and enjoy a healthier work-life balance. Pakenham provides a family-friendly community with easy access to Melbourne, outdoor lifestyle opportunities, and a relaxed pace of life. For eligible candidates, visa sponsorship and relocation support make the move seamless and achievable.

The Clinic
This family-owned small animal clinic in Pakenham is a busy, growing practice with a focus on providing high-quality care for pets and their families with ample onsite parking.

• Operates Monday to Saturday, 9am - 5:30pm
• Led by an experienced Business Manager
• Spacious reception and waiting area
• Two consult rooms and a sterile operating theatre
• Digital X-ray, dental X-ray, and full in-house pathology
• Regular visits from medical and surgical specialists
• Close collaboration with nearby hospitals for referrals and overnight care
• The clinic is in a development phase, offering the incoming veterinarian the opportunity to make the role their own and contribute to clinic growth.

The Role
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious veterinarian who can balance hands-on clinical work with leadership and clinic management support.
Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering exceptional GP medicine, consults, surgeries, dental, diagnostics, and emergency care
• Being the go-to expert , guiding case management, coaching best practice, and keeping clinical knowledge current
• Strengthening client relationships, ensuring every pet owner feels informed, confident, and supported
• Mentoring the team , including vets, nurses, and potential students, while fostering a positive, engaged clinic culture
• Supporting clinic operations, assisting with P&L, budgets, stock management, rostering, and performance goals

What's On Offer

• Salary up to $150,000 + super, with regular performance reviews
• Performance-based, uncapped bonus structure
• Autonomy to run your clinic your way, with the backing of a supportive network
• Staff discounts across retail and grooming
• Excellent work-life balance, rotating Saturdays, no Sundays, no public holidays, no after-hours or on-call
• Birthday leave
• Study leave and continuing education allowances
• Hands-on support from an experienced leadership team
• Visa sponsorship available for eligible overseas-qualified veterinarians (including AVE-qualified candidates)

About You

• Veterinary degree
• 5+ years' experience as a veterinarian
• Natural drive to grow a successful clinic
• Collaborative, approachable, and committed to fostering a positive team culture
• Passionate about delivering high-quality veterinary care

To find out more about moving to Australia as a Veterinary Surgeon, hit the apply button below to arrange a confidential no obligation chat about the role