Tuggeranong Veterinary Hospital is a long-established practice serving Canberra for over 30 years with an enviable staffing retention rate. We have a dedicated team of over 30 team members who achieve a high standard of care for our patients. We offer a friendly workplace with effective management systems that support team members in achieving success in their roles.

About Us: At Tuggeranong Veterinary Hospital, we promote the joy of pet ownership and cultivate long-term client relationships based on a high standard of care. Recognised as the Vets Central Practice of the Year, we are a progressive and busy hospital, growing by word of mouth with a large team comprising of veterinarians, nurses, animal attendants, and admin.

We are open six days a week (Monday — Friday: 8am — 6:30pm and Saturdays 8am-3pm). Lunch breaks are paid for on unbroken shifts.

The Role: There are opportunities for surgery, ultrasound, dental work, and special interest development. The successful candidate will be supported in a culture of collaboration with our team of Veterinarians and support staff to provide a high standard of patient care.

Our modern, purpose-built 100% small animal hospital includes access to modern equipment such as a Vetstat blood gas analyser, Procyte haematology analyser, digital x-ray, flexible and rigid video endoscopes, dental machine, ECG, doppler ultrasound, pulse oximetry, doppler, and PetMap blood pressure monitors, etc.

Who We Need: We are looking for experienced veterinarians who are able to obtain full Board registration in the ACT. New/recent graduate veterinarians are welcome to apply and will be supported through the Vets Central Graduate Program.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide a high standard of patient care
• Cultivate long-term client relationships
• Contribute positively to team culture
• Commit to continuing education
• Work within company policy and OH&S guidelines
• Possess management skills, interest in surgery, ultrasound, and/or continuing education/specialist qualifications or special interests will be highly regarded.

What We Offer:

• A generous salary commensurate with experience
• You’re Pawesome - A unique bonus/equity opportunity (LTI)
• Paid Veterinary Board Registration, radiation licence, and VIN membership
• Full time: 9-day fortnight roster, excellent work life balance with no after hours.
• Part time: hours negotiable
• Mental Health & Wellbeing are a priority, and we understand that work-life balance is vital. We are accredited as a ‘Skilled Mental Health First Aid®’ workplace
• Visa sponsorship + relocation assistance for overseas candidates
• Personal Wellness – Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Novated leasing arrangements on offer
• 24-month mentored, structured Vets Central Graduate Program
• A flexible roster with a weekly rostered day off and no afterhours
• A generous contribution each year towards professional development and one week’s paid study leave
• Free parking
• We have a team of dedicated vets who collaborate, share knowledge, support and respect each other
• A dynamic and supportive team environment

If you would love the opportunity to be part of our successful vet hospital, then apply by sending your resume and cover letter to: careers@vetscentral.com.au.