Peninsula Vet Care Mt Eliza - Lead Veterinarian
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Clinical Lead Veterinarian - Peninsula Vet Care Mt Eliza
This is an opportunity to empower your team and elevate care!
Are you a dedicated Veterinarian with solid clinical experience - and a growing desire to empower, and genuinely care for the people you work alongside?
If you enjoy leadership, this role offers the perfect blend of hands‑on veterinary practice and the opportunity to support a team that thrives under compassionate, values‑driven direction.
We’re looking for someone who understands that great clinical outcomes start with a supported, inspired, and well‑led team. Someone who wants to shape a positive culture, mentor others, and create an environment where both pets and people feel safe, valued, and looked after.
If you love the idea of leading with empathy, elevating clinical standards, and helping others grow then this could be your next career home
About Us:
Our Mt Eliza clinic is a bright, spacious environment filled with natural light and surrounded by gardens - just a short stroll from the vibrant village, perfect for a coffee or lunch break. You’ll be supported by experienced nurses and an exceptional client services team who keep the front of house running smoothly.
Your consulting suites and surgery spaces are designed to help you do your best work, with dedicated areas that feel fresh, comfortable, and purpose‑built.
Our clients stay with us because we offer everything from everyday essentials to preventative care, chronic case management, routine surgeries, and complex procedures - ensuring pets receive truly gold‑standard care.
Peninsula Vet Care is proud to be the largest veterinary provider on the Mornington Peninsula, with five GP clinics and strong connections to our 24/7 specialist and emergency hospital. This partnership allows us to create a seamless experience for clients, from routine visits through to advanced medical needs.
Why you'll love working here:
Flexible working arrangements. We desire Full Time but will consider 30hrs or more
No on call
Work with a collaborative GP, emergency, and referral team
Manage diverse and interesting small animal cases
Enjoy professional development and training opportunities and leadership courses
Equipment & tools: If there’s specific equipment that would support your clinical interests or
specialty, let’s chat - we’re always open to investing in the right tools.
If you are not located in Victoria already, we’re offering up to $10,000 relocation allowance assistance to help you make the move to one of Victoria’s most picturesque coastal locations, where the balance between rewarding work and relaxed coastal living truly exists.
About you: You align with our purpose to love our pets and all those who care for them and you live our values: Integrity, Excellence, Community and Care. We are looking for a Clinical Leader who:
Thrives in a team environment
Comfortable driving a clinic to be its best
Passionate about gold standards of companion animal care
Integrates into the community and builds client trust
Has a passion for mentoring and developing others
Is registered with the Australian Vet Board
Has 5+ years’ clinical experience
Has 2+ years leadership experience
Other perks & benefits for you:
Access to our own Veterinary Training Centre in Keilor Park! Complimentary workshops and training throughout the year
Paid parental leave with flexibility built in
Heavily discounted veterinary care for your pets
Annual CPD allowance of up to $2000 + paid 1 week study allowance
Access to 24/7 specialist and emergency support – no on-call
A positive, experienced management team that handles admin so you can focus on driving clinical capability and team performance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal & mental health support
A values-driven culture that celebrates fun, growth, and professional respect
Sponsorship and visa support available for eligible international candidates
Novated lease, Salary sacrifice and retail and fitness discounts
Ready to join our incredible team?
If you're a vet looking to take the next step in your career- surrounded by an exceptional team in a fantastic
location- we'd love to hear from you.
Visit our social pages on Facebook or LinkedIn to get to know a bit more about us!
Keen, curious or have questions about this exciting opportunity?
Get in touch with Pri Kumari from the careers team!
Email: [email protected]