Small Animal Specialist Surgeon - Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre

Animal Referral Hospital; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary center in Melbourne is seeking Specialist Surgeons to join their surgical team. The role offers flexibility for part-time or full-time positions. Candidates should have a passion for advanced surgical procedures, and a supportive work environment is ensured. The package includes generous remuneration and benefits, with relocation assistance available.

Benefits

Generous remuneration and benefits package

Supportive network of experienced staff

Advanced imaging and surgical equipment

Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced surgical procedures on small animals.
• Support the surgical team and collaborate with other departments.

Skills

Soft tissue surgery

Orthopaedic surgery

Spinal surgery

Arthroscopy

Minimally invasive surgeries

Education

ACVS, ECVS or FANZCVS board certification

Registerable specialist surgery qualification

Registerable veterinary degree

Tools

Storz Arthroscopy tower and scopes

Light Scalpel CO2 Laser

Job description

Small Animal Specialist Surgeon - Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre

Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre (MVSC) is located in Melbourne, Australia and is one of the leaders of advanced multidisciplinary medical services for animals, with a diverse group of respected veterinary specialists experienced in referral cases for surgery, internal medicine, oncology, dermatology and animal behaviour.

The centre aims to provide clients, patients, and referring veterinarians with the best integrated veterinary care available, within the one complex and promote a team mentality with a fun and supportive work environment.

The MVSC is seeking interest from suitably qualified Specialist Surgeons to join our fantastic surgical team. There is flexibility to accommodate a part-time or full-time role. The applicant should have a strong interest in soft tissue, orthopaedic, spinal, arthroscopy and minimally invasive surgeries. The salary is dependent on experience and qualifications along with a production-based bonus.

• Full-time

• ACVS, ECVS or FANZCVS board certified
• Registerable specialist surgery qualification with the Veterinary Surgeons Board of Victoria along with a registerable veterinary degree
• A strong work ethic and ability to work in a team, as well as the confidence to work autonomously

What’s important to you:

• Generous remuneration and benefits package commensurate with experience
• A strong support network of very knowledgeable and experienced staff
• An opportunity to help build and support a strong surgical team alongside our other specialist departments
• High standards of clinical and patient care
• Advanced imaging onsite - Brand new 64 slice CT, 1.5 tesla high field MRI (by Oct 2025), current low field MRI onsite, CT and high field MRI available offsite
• Advanced equipment - Storz Arthroscopy tower and scopes, Light Scalpel CO2 Laser
• Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance available for the right candidate

Melbourne is a city of about 5.3 million people situated in South Eastern Australia and has been in the top voted most liveable city in the world for years now. The City of Melbourne is home to one of the world's most harmonious and culturally diverse communities.

Melbourne has a wide range of social and sporting events, in fact it's the sporting and fashion capital of Australia. It is also known for both its range and quality of wineries, restaurants and eateries covering all food options.

For a confidential conversation or for more information you are welcome to contact Angie Goldman, Head of Talent on 0412 966 031 or email [email protected]

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