Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital

Locum & Casual Opportunities | 3–6 Month Fixed-Term or Flexible Engagement
East Mornington, VIC

Are you an experienced Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian looking for a fixed-term locum contract or flexible casual shifts in a high-acuity referral setting?

Do you enjoy managing complex cases such as GDVs, snake envenomations, tick paralysis, and trauma — but want the support of ECC specialists and a full referral team to deliver the best possible patient outcomes?

Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital is seeking experienced ECC Veterinarians to join our multidisciplinary team on either a 3–6 month locum contract or casual basis, depending on your availability and preferences.

Why Join Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital?

You’ll be working in a true referral environment where emergency cases are exactly that — emergencies. Our hospital integrates ECC, surgery, anaesthesia, and an attached GP clinic, offering a diverse and rewarding caseload.

You’ll enjoy:

• 24/7 emergency and referral services across ECC, surgery, and anaesthesia
• A highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team including specialists, registrars, and experienced ECC clinicians
• Exposure to advanced ECC cases including trauma, ventilated patients, critical anaesthesia, transfusions, chest drains, central lines, and more
• A supportive, progressive, and genuinely fun team culture
• A stunning coastal lifestyle on the Mornington Peninsula — minutes from beaches, wineries, and bushland trails, and just one hour from Melbourne

About You

• 3+ years of emergency practice experience (preferred)
• Confidence managing emergency presentations and performing emergency procedures (or strong motivation to develop these skills with specialist support)
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time-management skills
• A genuine passion for ECC and high-quality patient care
• Interest in teaching and mentoring is welcomed — we are a University of Melbourne core rotation site

What We Offer

• Competitive locum or casual hourly rate (commensurate with experience)
• Generous overnight and after-hours allowances
• Flexible engagement options to suit your lifestyle (locum contract or casual shifts)
• Fully supported experience within a specialist referral hospital
• Access to industry-leading specialists and advanced hospital facilities
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts across our GP network
• A highly engaged, supportive team with excellent staff retention

Curious to Learn More?

Whether you’re seeking a short-term locum contract or ongoing casual flexibility, we’re committed to making your experience seamless and rewarding.

If you’re passionate about ECC and keen to work in a progressive referral hospital while enjoying a coastal lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or for further information please contact:
Cassandra Woolums
Talent Acquisition Business Partner – Specialty [email protected]