Mixed Animal Veterinarian

Four-day working week | No after-hours | Flexible full-time or part-time hours

Barkly Street Vets is an independently owned, growing mixed practice in Benalla, Victoria, now under the ownership of long-term associate Dr Jade Noyes. The team is looking for a veterinarian to join them in a permanent full-time or part-time capacity. Small animal only would be considered for an exceptional applicant.

What’s in it for you?

• A four-day working week and no after-hours roster currently offered, so you can make the most of your days off.
• Flexibility to suit your life: choose your preferred mix of small and large animal work, with part-time hours and school-hours arrangements considered.
• No after-hours. The practice will only consider introducing an after-hours service when the team is large enough to support a sustainable roster, and any change will be discussed beforehand.
• A genuinely friendly, close-knit team that makes time for quarterly social activities, from dinners and bowling to paint-and-sip nights.
• Bring your dog to work! Your furry friend can hang out with the team’s dogs in the secure backyard while you work.
• Clinical variety without the constant rush: 30-minute consultations give you time to work cases up properly and keep your records up to date.
• Support to grow your career: daily mentorship, a structured new-graduate program, generous CPD funding and one week of study leave (pro rata for part-time).
• Competitive remuneration and very generous discounts on veterinary services for your own pets.
• The best of country living: enjoy skiing, swimming holes, waterfalls, horse riding and mountain biking around Victoria’s High Country on your days off

About the role

Around 70% of the caseload is small animal and 30% large animal, with opportunities to tailor the balance to your interests. You could be performing small animal surgery and consulting one day, then helping local farmers with calvings, herd health or pregnancy testing the next.

Consultations are allocated 30 minutes, giving you time to investigate cases thoroughly, communicate with clients and complete your medical records without constantly feeling rushed.

The clinic is equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound for small animals and horses, cattle pregnancy-testing ultrasound, in-house laboratory equipment, dentistry facilities and basic orthopaedic equipment. You’ll have opportunities to build your confidence across a broad range of clinical areas, with mentoring and support to pursue further training.

An experienced mixed-practice veterinarian is ideal, although a small-animal-only position may be considered for an exceptional applicant.

A little about the team
Barkly Street Vets is an established part of the local community, providing veterinary care to local families, farmers and their animals. The team also supports local horse events, country shows, sporting activities and wildlife shelters.

Live and work in Victoria’s High Country
Benalla offers the appeal of a regional community with easy access to outdoor adventure. Enjoy skiing in winter, swimming holes and waterfalls in summer, plus hiking, mountain biking and horse riding throughout the year. Local markets, sporting facilities and equestrian events add to the lifestyle, while nearby Wangaratta provides additional shopping and dining options.

Interested?
For a confidential conversation or to apply, contact practice owner Jade Noyes:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0404 759 085 or (03) 5762 6168

The team welcomes conversations with prospective applicants and can provide staff references so you can find out more about the practice and whether it’s the right fit.