Part-Time Veterinarian

Northern Melbourne, VIC

Looking for a veterinary role where you'll be genuinely supported, have time to practise quality medicine, and enjoy coming to work each day?

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Small Animal Veterinarian to join a highly respected companion animal practice in Melbourne's northern suburbs.

This position would suit a veterinarian seeking a permanent part-time role within a collaborative, experienced team that values professional development, work-life balance, and delivering exceptional patient care.

With an established client base, excellent facilities, and an incredibly loyal team, this is the type of clinic where people enjoy building long-term careers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a veterinarian to work approximately 2–3 days per week, plus participation in a 1-in-3 Saturday roster.

You'll join an experienced veterinary team that genuinely enjoys collaborating, discussing cases, and supporting one another.

The caseload is varied and rewarding, offering exposure to:

• Preventative healthcare and wellness medicine
• General consultations
• Medical workups
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentistry
• Diagnostic investigations
• Long-term case management
• Complex medical and surgical cases

This is an environment where high-quality veterinary medicine is encouraged and supported.

A Clinic That Values Quality Medicine

One of the standout features of this opportunity is the focus on allowing veterinarians the time they need to provide exceptional patient care.

The clinic has thoughtfully structured its appointment schedule to ensure quality medicine can be practised without unnecessary pressure.

Benefits include:

• Standard vaccination consultations scheduled for 20 minutes
• More complex consultations scheduled for 30 minutes
• Dedicated daily time allocated for pathology reviews, client follow-up calls, medication requests, and case discussions
• Additional breaks throughout the day
• A strong commitment to ensuring veterinarians finish on time wherever possible

The result is a workplace where veterinarians can focus on patient care rather than constantly racing against the clock.

A Team You'll Want to Stay With

The clinic has built an exceptional reputation not only among clients but also within the veterinary profession.

Team culture is a major priority, with an emphasis on collaboration, respect, and genuine support.

Highlights include:

• Experienced veterinarians who actively collaborate on cases
• Long-standing support staff and leadership team
• Exceptionally low staff turnover
• Regular team meetings and clinical discussions
• A positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Strong emphasis on teamwork and continuous learning

Many team members have remained with the practice for well over a decade, a reflection of the supportive environment and positive culture that has been built over many years.

Modern Facilities & Equipment

The clinic is purpose-built and well-equipped to support high-quality veterinary care.

Facilities include:

• Modern surgical suite
• Multiple consulting rooms
• Spacious treatment and dental areas
• Digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Electrocautery
• Comprehensive in-house laboratory equipment
• Advanced diagnostic capabilities including specialised urinalysis systems
• Modern patient care and monitoring equipment

These facilities provide veterinarians with the tools required to thoroughly investigate cases and achieve excellent patient outcomes.

Learning & Development

Professional growth is strongly encouraged and supported.

Benefits include:

• Generous continuing professional development allowance
• Paid study leave
• Access to purpose-built veterinary training facilities
• Practical wet-lab workshops and hands-on learning opportunities
• Leadership development programs
• Ongoing mentoring and support
• Career development pathways within a broader veterinary network

Whether your interests lie in medicine, surgery, diagnostics, leadership, or mentoring, you'll have opportunities to continue growing throughout your career.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary package reflective of experience
• Permanent part-time employment
• Approximately 20+ hours per week
• 1-in-3 Saturday roster
• No Sundays or public holidays
• Generous CPD allowance
• Paid study leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet care discounts
• Fitness Passport membership benefits
• Health and wellbeing support programs
• Novated leasing options
• Salary packaging opportunities
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Access to leadership development programs
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
• Long-term career development opportunities

About You

We are interested in speaking with veterinarians who:

• Hold a Veterinary Science degree recognised in Australia
• Are fully registered to practise in Australia
• Have a minimum of three years' clinical experience
• Are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
• Enjoy building strong client relationships
• Value teamwork and collaboration
• Have excellent communication skills
• Bring a positive and professional attitude to the workplace
• Enjoy learning and contributing to a positive team culture

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Opportunities like this don't come along often.

This role offers the rare combination of an experienced and supportive team, manageable workloads, excellent facilities, loyal clients, strong clinical standards, and genuine work-life balance.

If you're seeking a part-time position where you'll feel valued, supported, and able to practise high-quality veterinary medicine, we'd love to discuss this opportunity with you.

Interested in Learning More?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to explore other veterinary opportunities across Australia and New Zealand, please contact:

Kieron Wineberg
Lead Recruitment Consultant – APAC
GVC (Global Veterinary Careers)

M: +61 (0)426 956 621
E: kieron.wineberg@gvcvets.com

All enquiries and applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.