About the role 

An exciting and highly sort after opportunity has arisen to join the Veterinary Team at RSPCA Victoria Burwood East site, contributing to the achievement of the best possible welfare outcome for every animal in our care.

Life at RSPCA Victoria is varied and exciting. Our Veterinarians are responsible for the provision of quality veterinary services for shelter and private animals in clinics, with proceedings from the private clinic going towards supporting our shelters.

You will be working as part of a team alongside experienced Veterinarians, supported by our Nurses and Animal Attendants. We encourage our Vets to follow their special interests from exotics, to surgery, to critical care, to ophthalmology to dentistry- anything that would help a shelter patient is an area in which we will support advancement. You will be provided with continuous education opportunities through participating in medicine rounds, orthopaedic rounds, journal club and MMRs. The capacity to perform a range of surgeries from desexings to orthopaedics, dentals and soft tissues.

We like to train our Vets to do more than the routine so our shelter animals can get the treatment they deserve and need.  We have a strong emphasis on team culture, work life balance and mental health. But by far one of the best aspects of working alongside likeminded Vets and Nurses who are dedicated to speaking up on behalf of the underdogs (and cats, and exotics) of the animal world.

What we are looking for from you 

• A Bachelor of Veterinary Science, current Victorian Veterinary surgeon registration, microchipping license and radiation license;
• Ideally 2-3 years minimum experience, we may wave this for exceptional candidates
• Capability to conduct simple to complex clinical consultations and surgical procedures independently appropriate to level of veterinary experience;
• Ability and desire to coach less experienced staff;
• Ability to operate as a team player, generate enthusiasm in the team and build effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Resilience and a strong collaborative drive;
• A desire to work with the community to improve animal welfare outcomes

What we can offer you 

• A broad range of leave entitlements, including annual leave, personal leave, additional leave (6 days per year pro-rata), purchased leave, paid parental leave, study leave and paid family and domestic violence leave 
• Recognised by Mental Health First Aid Australia, as a skilled workplace - Access to a range of mental health and wellbeing supportive initiatives, including confidential counselling services and education programs 
• Generous discount on products and services, including Royal Canine pet food, Hush Puppies footwear and RSPCA Victoria retail and vet clinic products and services 
• Salary packaging and novated lease arrangements on offer with leading provider, Maxxia 
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities that will benefit and support you in your role 

Qualifications and other requirements

• Victorian driver’s licence, radiation use licence and microchipping implantation certificate;
• Availability to work across a seven-day rotation roster, including 1 in 4 weekends and some public holidays;
• A current tetanus vaccination (or willingness to obtain one).

How to apply 

If you'd like to explore a truly meaningful career as an RSPCA Veterinarian please apply online with your cover letter and resume, addressing how you meet the selection criteria.

*Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received*

RSPCA Victoria is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we strongly encourage people from all cultural backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applicants are welcome to access RSPCA Victoria’s Diversity & Inclusion Policy here.