Love being a GP vet but want access to referral-level medicine and surgery?
Belconnen Veterinary Centre is looking for a full-time veterinarian to join our growing team. Whether you enjoy consulting, medicine, surgery or developing advanced skills, you'll have the opportunity to build the career you want while being supported by an experienced and collaborative team.
We are a modern, purpose-built hospital that combines high-quality general practice with advanced diagnostics, complex surgery and referral services, all under one roof.
Why join Belconnen Veterinary Centre?
You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians, including membership-qualified surgeons, an Internal Medicine Specialist and visiting surgical specialists. Our highly skilled nursing team allows our vets to focus on practising great medicine while receiving excellent support throughout the day.
Our facilities include:
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In-house CT scanner
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Digital radiography
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2 High-quality ultrasound
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Endoscopy
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Full in-house laboratory
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Modern surgical suites
This means you can work cases from first presentation through to diagnosis, treatment and follow-up with support from the whole team.
The Role
We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys building strong relationships with clients while delivering a high standard of patient care.
Your caseload can include:
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Wellness and preventative health consultations
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Medical workups
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Soft tissue surgery
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Dentistry
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Emergency presentations (if desired)
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Opportunities to assist with or develop advanced surgical and medical skills
We encourage our vets to follow their interests and will support further training in areas you are passionate about.
What We're Looking For
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Excellent communication and client relationship skills
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A collaborative team player
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Confidence managing routine consultations and surgery
What We Offer
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Flexible roster designed to support work-life balance.
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Mentoring from experienced veterinarians and access to specialist support.
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Regular in-house education, case discussions and ongoing professional development.
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Generous CPD allowance and paid study leave.
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Excellent nurse-to-vet ratio, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
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Opportunity to work with advanced imaging, medicine and surgery.
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Career progression and development tailored to your interests.
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"You're Pawesome" Retention Bonus Program – receive 10% of bonus on top of your earnings each fortnight, and cash out after three years of service.
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Access to the VC Learning Academy and a range of online learning resources.
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Paid Veterinary Board Registration, Radiation Licence and VIN membership.
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Paid Parental Leave and Paid Purrental Leave.
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Novated vehicle leasing and Fitness Passport membership options.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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A genuinely supportive, collaborative team culture where your wellbeing and professional growth are valued.
Why Canberra?
Canberra offers the perfect balance of career and lifestyle. Enjoy short commutes, excellent schools, national parks, mountain biking, skiing and the South Coast all within easy reach, while working in one of the region's most progressive veterinary hospitals.
If you're looking for a clinic where you'll be supported and encouraged to become the best veterinarian you can be, we'd love to hear from you.
