Clinical Lead Veterinarian – Fur Life Vet Shepparton

As our wonderful Clinical Lead moves on to an exciting new chapter, we are looking for a dynamic vet who's ready to lead, mentor, and make a real impact in our thriving Shepparton companion animal clinic.
Day‑to‑day at Fur Life Vet Shepparton

We never quite know what's coming through the door- and that keeps the work interesting and rewarding.

• We have a strong reputation for high standards, so we regularly see second‑opinion cases.
• We host visiting specialist surgeons (e.g., orthopaedics) and offer advanced care such as stem cell therapy.
• Most days revolve around nurturing relationships with our loyal clients.
• We celebrate wins with shoutouts, coffee runs, and cake—plus regular brekkie catchups and birthday fun.

About the clinic

Step into a purpose‑built, contemporary space designed for patient comfort and team flow.

We offer:

• Three consult rooms plus a very special end‑of‑life room for peaceful farewells
• A dedicated feline consult room and separate feline hospital
• Wonderful kennels and a defined canine hospital area
• Dedicated sterile surgery adjacent to a dedicated imaging room
• A dedicated dental room
• A work car for home visits
• A great kitchen and break area to relax and reset between consults

Our clinic is spacious and fitted out with all the mod cons—everything you need to practice excellent medicine

Why you will love this role

As Clinical Lead, you will set, uphold, and evolve clinical standards while coaching a young, passionate team.

• Lead and mentor a passionate team. Grow your leadership craft with backing from Apiam's experienced mentors and broader clinical network.
• Shape clinical standards and drive excellence. Join a team and client community that value excellent medicine, continuity of care, and genuine connection.
• Enjoy a supportive, fun culture—think coffee runs, cake, and community events
• Flexible work options to fit your life: Full-time is great, but part-time options are welcome, let's shape the role around your life with co-leadership opportunities.
• Access to industry-leading training and career pathways

Culture & Wellbeing

Our clients are genuinely delightful, which means less stress and more energy for what we love—great medicine. You'll join a young, passionate, close‑knit team that values high standards and CPD. We back each other through challenges, celebrate wins big and small (think coffee runs and shout‑outs), and create memorable moments—like our Open Day where staff, families, and even Santa pitched in for community fun.

Balance & Flexibility

We believe work should fit life. Regular check‑ins keep everyone supported, and Apiam adds perks like Volunteer Leave, internal secondments and training and CPD opportunities. Lunch‑and‑learns, flexible rosters, and family‑friendly scheduling are part of our rhythm. We also love connecting with the community and supporting causes our team cares about—because wellbeing is more than time off, it's feeling valued every day.

Why Shepparton?

Shepparton is an up‑and‑coming regional hub that's growing fast while staying connected to Melbourne only 2 hours to the airport. Enjoy space, amenities, and community without losing city access.

What you will bring:

• 5+ years' experience with solid GP skillset across medicine, surgery, and dentistry; commitment to high-standard care and achieving strong financial outcomes.
• Leadership & people skills- confidence mentoring, communicating, managing and fostering teamwork or the enthusiasm and drive to learn from our leadership support teams.
• Community mindset with a collaborative, can-do approach.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary: $160,000–$170,000 per annum (FTE) + Super,
• Profit sharing bonus incentives
• $10,000 sign-on bonus
• Generous CPD allowance + 1 week CE leave; leadership development support through leadership induction, training and peer group mentoring plus attendance at our fantastic Leadership Conference
• Paid parental leave and volunteer leave.
• VSB registration paid
• $1,000 towards memberships or subscriptions; discounts on retail, travel and services.
• Supportive culture and access to Apiam's national network for collaboration and career progression.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation packages available for veterinarians with degrees which can be registered in Australia.

How to apply

Call me for a confidential chat about the position on or email

Location:

Shepparton, Victoria

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