Veterinarian

Experienced Small Animal Veterinarian
Full-Time or Part-Time | Caroline Springs, Melbourne, VIC

What’s in it for you?

• Above-award salary for the right candidate.
• Full-time or part-time opportunity with a varied roster.
• No Sundays, public holidays or on-call work, with shared Saturday shifts only.
• A purpose-built, independently owned clinic where your ideas and clinical input are valued.
• A highly experienced team of 9 veterinarians, 11 nurses and 2 receptionists who genuinely work together.
• Generous CPD allowance and study leave to support your professional development.
• Modern equipment and facilities, including digital radiography, dental radiography, ultrasound and an IDEXX in-house laboratory.
• A fear-free, low-stress handling approach that puts patient wellbeing first.
• A staff break room with a massage chair for a well-earned recharge during the day.

Join a growing team that loves what they do
If you’re an experienced small animal veterinarian who enjoys delivering excellent patient care and working alongside a supportive, collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.

Caroline Springs Veterinary Hospital has been caring for Melbourne’s western suburbs since 2006. Our independently owned, purpose-built clinic combines modern facilities with a welcoming team culture where respect, open communication and continuous learning are part of everyday practice.

We’re proud to practise low-stress handling and focus on providing fear-free care, helping both pets and their owners feel more comfortable throughout every visit.

About the role
This is a varied general practice position offering a balance of consulting and surgical shifts, allowing you to build strong client relationships while enjoying a diverse clinical caseload.

You’ll work closely with experienced veterinarians and highly skilled veterinary nurses, with opportunities to contribute to nurse consultations, client education and collaborative patient care.

The roster includes shared Saturday shifts, while giving you the benefit of no Sunday work, no public holiday shifts and no on-call duties, making it easier to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

A clinic designed to support great veterinary care
Purpose-built and equipped with modern technology, Caroline Springs Veterinary Hospital provides an excellent environment for both clinicians and patients.

The hospital features:

• Five consultation rooms.
• Two surgical theatres with multi-parameter monitoring.
• Dedicated hospital and treatment areas.
• Separate dog and cat wards and consultation rooms.
• Fully digital radiography.
• IM3 dental equipment with digital dental radiography.
• In-house ultrasonography.
• IDEXX in-house laboratory.
• A comfortable staff break room complete with a massage chair.

About you
We’re looking for a compassionate veterinarian who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Ideally, you’ll have:

• A BVSc or DVM qualification.
• At least two years’ experience in small animal practice.
• Current registration to practise in Victoria.
• Strong clinical and surgical skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship abilities.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence working in a busy clinical environment.
• A proactive, compassionate and team-focused approach.

Above all, we’re looking for someone who is reliable, caring and passionate about maintaining high standards of veterinary care.

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia, as visa sponsorship is not available.

Grow your career with a supportive team
You’ll be joining an experienced team of 9 veterinarians, 11 veterinary nurses and 2 receptionists who genuinely enjoy working together. We believe in sharing knowledge, supporting one another through challenging cases and creating opportunities for everyone to continue growing professionally.

As an independently owned practice, decisions are made locally, and your ideas and contributions are recognised and valued.

Live and work in Caroline Springs
Located around 25 kilometres west of Melbourne’s CBD, Caroline Springs offers the convenience of city access with the benefits of a well-planned suburban lifestyle. The area features lakeside walking trails, parks, sporting facilities, shopping centres and plenty of cafés and restaurants, creating an enjoyable place to live and unwind outside work.

With excellent road and public transport connections, you’ll have easy access to Melbourne’s renowned dining, entertainment and cultural attractions while enjoying the convenience of working in one of the city’s growing western communities.

Apply today
If you’re looking for a supportive workplace where you can continue developing your skills while working alongside an experienced and friendly team, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: [email protected] (Attention: Judy Rand)

Website: https://carolinespringsvet.com.au