Associate Veterinarian

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; Northern Beaches; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing program

401k with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Beacon Hill Cat Hospital in New South Wales seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join a team delivering world‑class feline medicine with the latest technology and facilities. You will be supported by a skilled team to provide high‑quality care and collaborate closely with colleagues.

We value teaching, teamwork and ongoing learning, with full‑time hours and a friendly environment. A DVM and Australian licensure are required, with compensation negotiable based on experience and credentials.

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Australia, or the ability to obtain.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Skills

License to practice

Team-based care

Ethics commitment

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Associate Veterinarian at Beacon Hill Cat Hospital

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at Beacon Hill Cat Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world‑class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Full‑Time Hours of Operation

• Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Saturday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Cases Cats only

Who we look for

• People obsessed with pets and their care
• Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
• Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
• Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

• Compensation Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.
• Health & Well‑being: Innovative Associate health and well‑being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources).
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match.
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services.
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave.
• Professional Development Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days.
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team.
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program.

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in VA, or the ability to obtain.
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world‑class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world‑class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting‑edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board‑certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.