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ECC Team Leader - Veterinary Referral Hospital (VRH)


Company : Animal Referral and Emergency Network


Location : Greater dandenong, Victoria


Created : 2025-11-29


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

ECC Team Leader Veterinary Referral Hospital (VRH) Location: Melbourne, VIC Employment type: Full-time Are you an experienced emergency veterinarian ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? VRH, a leading multidisciplinary specialist referral hospital, is seeking a passionate and driven Emergency Veterinary Team Leader to guide our dedicated emergency team. About VRH The Veterinary Referral Hospital has been providing veterinary referral and emergency services to the pets of Melbourne for over 25 years. We take great pride in delivering the highest possible standards of veterinary medicine and customer service. Our hospital is a purpose-built 24hour ECC and referral facility. We have all the equipment you need to practice at your best and continue learning new skills. More importantly, we have the only truly multidisciplinary veterinary team in Victoria, including specialists in Emergency and Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, Neurology and Anaesthesia. Our caseload is incredibly varied, interesting and often challenging. Youll be joining a friendly and supportive ECC team that includes 3 ECC specialists (FANZCVS and DACVECC), an ECC Registrar, ANZCVS Membership veterinarians, experienced emergency vets, and recent graduates. Our ECC nurses are among the best in the industrypassionate, hardworking, and dedicated to high levels of patient care. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and lifelong learning and were committed to maintaining a sustainable worklife balance while delivering exceptional patient and client care. What Youll Be Doing Providing visible, accountable leadership and mentoring to the emergency team Driving clinical governance and continuous improvement Overseeing operational efficiency and resource utilisation Collaborating across departments to ensure continuity of care Enhancing client experience and managing escalations Supporting onboarding, training, and professional development Contributing to strategic planning and service growth What Were Looking For A qualified and experienced emergency veterinarian registered (or eligible) in Victoria Membership in Emergency & Critical Care (MANZCVS) is preferred but not essential Proven leadership and team management skills Strong communication and collaboration abilities Commitment to clinical excellence and patient care Ability to thrive in a fastpaced, multidisciplinary environment A passion for mentoring and supporting team development Our Offer Competitive salary packages Relocation and Sponsorship for you and your family with pathway options to Permanent Residency. Additional paid parental leave and return to work programs. Your choice of professional membership from AVA membership or Vet Board registration. Continuing education that is tailored to your professional development and career aspirations. You wont see capped CE allowances with us! Enjoyment of your role with excellent job satisfaction where you can truly make a difference to the lives of your patients and the team around you. We are an enthusiastic bunch of veterinary professionals keen to grow our hospital. For a confidential chat please reach out to [email protected] or 0449 790 813 | WhatsApp +61449 790 813 #J-18808-Ljbffr