Veterinary Rotating Intern - Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Canberra

Greencross Vets; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free undercover parking

Snack cupboard on site

Great coffee

Job summary

ARH Canberra invites veterinary graduates to join our rotating intern program. This full-time 12‑month role offers rotations through Emergency, Surgery, Orthopaedic Medicine and Rehabilitation, with a potential extension to 18 months.

You’ll work in a busy referral hospital with mentorship from specialists, access to advanced imaging and lab facilities, and exposure to a diverse caseload. This is a strong foundation for a career in veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree recognised in Australia and eligible for ACT registration.
• Recent graduates are welcome to apply.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through Emergency, Surgery, Orthopaedic Medicine and Rehabilitation.
• Gain hands-on experience in a busy multidisciplinary hospital.
• Receive ongoing mentorship from specialists and vet directors.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Veterinary degree recognised in Australia

Tools

64-slice CT scanner

MRI

Ultrasound

In-house laboratory (CBC/biochemistry)

Job description

Veterinary Rotating Intern - Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Canberra

• Full-time


• 12 months with the option to extend to 18 months


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  • Rotate through Emergency, Surgery, Orthopaedic Medicine and Rehabilitation
  
  
  • Recent graduates welcome to apply
  
  
  
  

Are you a new or recent veterinary graduate ready to dive into a dynamic, hands‑on experience in a busy multidisciplinary hospital? Or a GP vet looking to transition into a specialist pathway?

Rotating Internship at ARH Canberra is your gateway to developing the clinical and professional skills to succeed in your career and gain exposure in a referral practice.

Where You’ll Be Working: ARH Canberra is a purpose-built, state‑of‑the‑art hospital designed to support excellence in patient care and clinical learning. The facility features three dedicated surgical suites, eight consultation rooms, and a fully equipped in‑house laboratory with CBC, biochemistry, coags, sedivue, and blood gas capabilities. Advanced imaging tools include ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, a 64‑slice CT scanner, and high‑field MRI. We also provide a dedicated grieving room to support clients through difficult moments. Onsite perks include free undercover parking, a constantly stocked snack cupboard, and great coffee to keep you fuelled throughout your shift.

What You’ll Gain

• First‑hand experience in a specialist hospital setting


• Access to cutting‑edge diagnostic and imaging equipment (including 64‑slice CT & MRI)


• Ongoing mentorship from specialists and vet directors


• Exposure to a diverse caseload including primary emergencies, referred patients, and complex hospitalised cases


• Collaborative learning environment across disciplines

About You You will hold a veterinary degree recognised in Australia and are eligible for veterinary registration in ACT. While general practice experience is highly desirable, we welcome applications from motivated recent graduates who are eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment. You bring strong communication and organisational skills to the team and are available to commence within the next six weeks.

Benefits as a Greencross Employee:

We are eager to support you develop your career path and you will have access to the following:

• National Clinical Conference: An in‑person clinical conference with over 100 lectures across seven streams.


• Access to GP and speciality webinars through Vet‑Webinar, with an extensive archive of on‑demand webinars and new webinars, added monthly.


• RECOVER CPR certification, providing an internationally recognised life‑support certification, helping our specialist & emergency teams apply consistent and lifesaving evidence‑based techniques.

You will also be provided with the following:

• Option to choose paid AVA membership or State Vet Board Registration.


• Opportunity to partake in charity events supported by Petbarn Foundation.


• Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program.

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