Veterinary Surgery Specialist – VRH Dandenong

About the role

The Veterinary Referral Hospital (VRH) in Melbourne’s south‑east is seeking a board‑certified Veterinary Surgery Specialist to join its multidisciplinary team. The role can start as a locum in December 2026 and may transition to a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Perform complex orthopaedic and soft‑tissue surgeries using advanced equipment such as fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, and specialised implant systems.
• Collaborate daily with specialists in anaesthesia, emergency care, imaging, neurology, internal medicine and oncology to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Required profile

• Board‑certified (ACVS, ECVS or FANZCVS) or eligible for qualification.
• Available to commence from December 2026 (flexible for the right candidate).

Required skills

• Proficiency with ILOC interlocking nails, pedicle screw systems, Arthrex SynACART®, Evolox and C‑LOX systems.
• Experience in micro total hip replacement, arthroscopy, and laparoscopy/thoracoscopy techniques.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package with a $5,000 CPD allowance and study leave.
• Four‑day work week, four weeks paid annual leave plus public holidays, and strong work‑life balance support.
• Relocation assistance, visa support, and access to Greencross professional development and wellbeing programmes.