Veterinarian

Veterinarian – Inner East Melbourne. Salary from $110,000–$160,000 DOE Some clinics burn vets out. Others help them build a career they’re proud of. This is firmly the second kind. Mont Albert Vet Clinic and Canterbury Veterinary Clinic are privately owned practices where vets stay, clients are loyal, and good medicine genuinely comes first. They’re well established, well respected, and run by owners who invest in their people just as much as they do in their facilities. They’ve replaced the high-pressure "volume-first" model with a culture that offers clinical excellence and genuine support as the daily standard. They’re now looking for an experienced small animal GP vet to join the team long term, someone confident, collaborative, and happy to roll up their sleeves and get stuck into proper clinical work. The role This is a full-time position working across two clinics just 1km apart. The caseload is varied and interesting, covering consults, routine and more advanced surgery, dentals, and soft tissue procedures. Vets with strong surgical skills are particularly encouraged, if you can bring more surgery in-house, you’ll be recognised and rewarded for it. You’ll also have the chance to mentor junior vets, share ideas, and take part in regular case discussions. There’s optional exposure to companion exotics and plenty of support if you’re keen to develop a special interest. What’s on offer * Salary from $110,000–$160,000 + super, depending on experience. * No overnight or on-call OOH. * 1-in-3 weekends (consulting only). * Four weeks annual leave. * Generous CPD allowance plus paid study leave. * Visa sponsorship and relocation support available. * Excellent nursing support and sensible consult lengths. The clinics Canterbury Veterinary Clinic is a modern, purpose-built practice with a dedicated surgical suite, dental theatre, and strong local reputation, particularly for exotics. Mont Albert Veterinary Surgery has been part of the community for nearly 100 years and offers rehabilitation, acupuncture, and mechanical therapy. An underwater treadmill is being installed, with further renovations planned across both sites. These are clinics that continue to evolve and invest. Life in inner-east Melbourne Stroll down leafy streets to charming cafés, lunch spots, and local shops, or head a few minutes to Box Hill for its buzzing food scene. Beaches are just 20 minutes away, and the Dandenong Ranges are close enough for a weekend escape. Easy public transport makes the city accessible, but here you also get space to breathe and actually enjoy life. So what's next? You didn't become a vet to survive your shifts; you did it to change lives. It’s time to move beyond "surviving the week" and start thriving somewhere that finally matches your standards. If you’re ready for a sustainable career in a place where you’re not just a staff member, but a cornerstone of the community, this is the move that changes everything. Don’t stress about having the perfect CV. Just reach out, start the conversation, and ask us anything. I’ll answer honestly, no hard sell. Work with purpose, live with balance, and join a team that supports you every step of the way