Emergency Veterinarian

Overview
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian – Animal Referral Hospital Canberra. Step into a role that inspires growth, collaboration, and clinical excellence. Are you an experienced ECC vet—or a vet ready to take the next big step in your emergency career? Would you thrive in a new, purpose-built, multidisciplinary hospital equipped with the best tools, a supportive team, and access to leading specialists?
Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Canberra could be your next move.
Why Join ARH Canberra
You'll be working in our brand-new, state-of-the-art, purpose-built hospital designed to support you in delivering the highest level of veterinary care. With cutting-edge imaging and diagnostic equipment, you'll have everything you need to focus on what matters most—your patients.
Your Clinical Environment
Your clinical playground includes:
Full in-house laboratory (CBC, biochemistry, blood gas, coags, SediVue)
IDEXX Extended Internal Medical Specialist Consultation Services after hours
Advanced imaging: digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, 64-slice CT, and high-field MRI
3 dedicated surgical suites, 8 consulting rooms, and a dedicated grieving room
You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team in emergency, specialist surgery, internal medicine, oncology, orthopaedic medicine, rehabilitation, and behaviour—ensuring seamless case collaboration and holistic patient care.
Benefits
Enjoy a wide range of staff benefits designed to support your wellbeing—both at work and at home. Benefits include:
Generous pet care discounts, including exclusive offers at Petbarn and Greencross Vets, plus savings across the Greencross, ARH, and Petbarn network
Discounted private health insurance and gym memberships through Bupa
Free undercover parking, fully stocked snack cupboard, and fresh tea and coffee on site
24/7 Employee Assistance Program through Telus Health (free and confidential counselling and support for you and your family)
Relocation and visa sponsorship (482 Visa with pathways to Permanent Residency) and other flexibility options are available.
Role Details
Your Role in the Emergency Team
Emergency Department operates on weekdays (afternoon, evening, and overnight shifts until 8am)
Weekends and public holidays: 24/7 coverage
You'll See a Mix Of
Primary emergency consultations
Referred cases from general practices
Ongoing management of hospitalised specialist referral patients after hours, with detailed treatment plans
Shift Options That Fit Your Life
We offer a variety of shift lengths to suit different working styles and personal preferences:
Urgent Care Shifts (6 hours) — fast-paced, consultation-focused shifts
Hospital Care Shifts (10 hours) — longer shifts with inpatient management and continuity
We'll tailor a schedule to support your lifestyle and clinical goals.
What We Offer You
Competitive hourly rates from $70 to $115, depending on shift type, experience, and shift loading
Relocation and visa sponsorship (489/482 Visa with pathways to Permanent Residency)
Flexible scheduling (e.g., full-time in 3 days, family-friendly hours, or week-on/week-off)
Staff discounts for pets at Greencross Vets and Petbarn
Paid parental leave and supported return-to-work programs
A positive, collaborative, and supportive team culture
Career Support
Extensive and uncapped continuing education (CE) support tailored to your goals. You'll have access to:
All-expenses-paid entry to the annual Greencross Clinical Symposium, with a full ECC stream
AVA or Vet Board membership of your choice
Scholarships for further education
Access to online learning platforms and wet labs/workshops
Study groups, practice exams, and certification opportunities
Monthly ECC webinars and full VetWebinar library
Company-wide critical case reviews with our ECC network
Let us know your special interests—we want to hear about them and support them.
Who You Are
A registered (or eligible) veterinarian in the ACT
Ideally 2+ years of experience, with some emergency exposure preferred
A collaborative team player and strong communicator
Passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate care
Relocation and Canberra
Not based in Canberra? No problem. We offer relocation assistance and are happy to explore flexible working arrangements like week-on/week-off scheduling. Why Canberra?
Cycle-friendly city with minimal commute times
Easy access to Sydney and major cities
Close to snowfields, beaches, and wine regions
Museums, festivals, and a thriving food and arts scene
Top-ranking schools and universities
Affordable housing and healthy work-life balance
Contact for more information or a confidential discussion: Prachi Sawant at .
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