The Victorian Equine Group operates Bendigo Equine Hospital and several satellite clinics across central Victoria. The Bendigo Equine Hospital is a first opinion, referral and 24/7 emergency medical facility. Our team is highly skilled and features both surgical and reproductive specialists, ambulatory and hospital-based clinicians.
Beyond the hospital, Bendigo offers an outstanding lifestyle – a vibrant regional city with a welcoming community. Enjoy the beautiful countryside and a relaxed pace of life all while being just a short drive from Melbourne.
At Bendigo Equine Hospital we are to continuing to expand, and so we are seeking a skilled medicine specialist to join our team for the 2026 breeding season. We are looking for a hospital-based clinician with experience in neonatology and complex medical cases.
Throughout the breeding season the hospital receives a large number of ICU foals and peri-partum broodmares from high calibre studs across central Victoria. It is crucial that you are confident in efficiently managing a high caseload. You must have strong communication skills to build rapport with stud farms, referral veterinarians and clients.
It is essential that you can collaborate with our dedicated team of equine experts to provide high level veterinary care. While reporting to the management team, you will be fully supported in a dynamic hospital environment. Additionally, you will play a key role in supervising and mentoring our interns during their medicine rotations.
Your skillset includes:
- Board Certifiedin Equine Internal Medicine
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent (registrable in Victoria).
- Experience managing ICU foals and a variety of complex medical cases
- Excellent communication and teaching skills
- Ability to thrive in fast paced, high-pressure environment
As part of Apiam Animal Health, Australia’s leading large/mixed animal veterinary group, we are committed to enriching the lives of animals, people and the communities where we live. We provide a professional and rewarding work environment with a competitive salary package:
- Salary commensurate with experience and skillset
- Professional Development: A generous CPD package and access to internal training across the Apiam Equine network.
- Support: Membership fees and Victorian veterinary registration covered.
- Work-Life Balance: After-hours compensation and 4 weeks annual leave with flexible options for additional unpaid leave.
Please contact Naomi Hunter via email at [email protected] with your resume and cover letter, or to discuss the position further.
