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Head of Department Emergency and Critical Care Specialist - CAREHead of Department Emergency and Critical Care Specialist - CARE1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsCompany DescriptionA unique opportunity exists for a compassionate, collaborative and forward-thinking Criticalist to join our cohesive, multi-disciplinary specialist team in a role that emphasises the pursuit of clinical excellence, prioritises individual patient outcomes, encourages professional development and supports the exploration of focused clinical interests.Company DescriptionA unique opportunity exists for a compassionate, collaborative and forward-thinking Criticalist to join our cohesive, multi-disciplinary specialist team in a role that emphasises the pursuit of clinical excellence, prioritises individual patient outcomes, encourages professional development and supports the exploration of focused clinical interests.Whats InvolvedThis role is primarily focused on the provision of the highest standards of intensive and critical care to our hospitalised patients, both through case management and the support and education of the ECC team.The Head of ECC Department has direct clinical involvement in the treatment of emergency and critical cases as well as responsibility for the support, guidance, teaching, leadership, and representation of the ECC team. The role also involves input into the structure and management of the ECC Department as well as the ongoing development of the facility and its equipment. It is full-time with a flexible roster structure based on the need for case input and staff support. There are no night-shift responsibilities.This position works with, and is supported by, a veterinary ECC Manager, leading an experienced ECC team, including 14 permanent emergency veterinarians, 4 ECC-specific interns, and 11 permanent ECC nurses, supported by a group of casual team members. The ECC Department operates alongside specialist teams in internal medicine and surgery; the three groups integrating cooperatively to optimise patient care.Job DescriptionWho we are:To us, the Centre for Animal Referral and Emergency (CARE) is much more than just a large, 24-hour veterinary specialist and emergency hospital in an appealing inner-city location; it is a community of like-minded specialists and non-specialist veterinarians, veterinary nurses and support staff who believe in working hard together, being supportive and respectful, having fun and taking pride in what we achieve.It is, of course, well equipped: including a variety of imaging modalities (Siemens 16-slice CT, digital radiography, digital subtraction fluoroscopy, Philips Affiniti 50 and POC ultrasound machines, regular off-site access to 3T MRI imaging), a range of current critical care equipment (6 new Menios oxygen cages, new Getinge Servo-u ventilator and high flow nasal oxygen), an in-house laboratory suite (Radiometer blood-gas machine, IDEXX Procyte haematology, Catalyst biochemistry and coagulation machines) and other equipment such as Olympus endoscopy and advanced anaesthetic monitoring. We believe though, that our hospital is distinguished by its people and their purpose, which are less readily purchased.Having earned a reputation as one of the busiest critical care facilities in Melbourne, there is no shortage of caseload on which to hone clinical skills, demonstrate or teach, apply contemporary techniques and knowledge, or collect data for clinical research. The ECC Department attends approximately 10,000 primary case presentations annually including a diverse range of common, and less common, conditions. There is frequent client interest in pursuing the highest levels of intensive and critical care in the treatment of their pets.QualificationsQualities we believe are necessary for the role:Registration as an ECC Specialist (or a residency-trained Registrar)Drive to lead, collaborate, develop and to make a differencePatience and generosity with knowledge and timeUncompromising commitment to practicing at the highest possible standardRespect and confidence in all communicationEnthusiasm for the maintenance of team cultureDedication to emergency and critical care and its seamless integration with allied veterinary specialtiesAdditional InformationThe Benefits:Flexible roster including a 3- or 4-day working week with no overnight shiftsAbove-market salaryAttractive continuing education allowancePaid AVA membership or registration with the Victorian Veterinary Practitioners Registration BoardFlare HR benefits including (but not limited to) car leasing programs and discounts at major retail and supermarket providers4 weeks annual leave and 1 week study leave6 weeks paid parental leave in addition to the government allowanceVisa sponsorship for you and your family and relocation support.Free access to confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program for yourself and immediate family membersThinking about relocating?Melbourne is a vibrant 24-hour city affording access to an enormous array of dining, arts, shopping, cultural, and sporting activities. With friendly people, a great lifestyle, and endless leisure and entertainment opportunities, theres much to love about this highly multicultural city. Residents of Melbourne enjoy a safe city, affordable healthcare, beautiful parks, world-class education, reliable infrastructure and transport and easy access to a range of spectacular natural destinations throughout the state of Victoria. Melbourne regularly ranks among the top cities in the world for quality and lifestyle and was voted the worlds most liveable city by the Economic Intelligence Unit for seven consecutive years.If this sounds like the position for you feel free to apply now or for a confidential chat and more information you can contact Dr Sophie Haynes ([email protected]).#CARESeniority levelSeniority levelAssociateEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesVeterinaryReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Centre for Animal Referral & Emergency (CARE) by 2xGet notified about new Head of Department jobs in Collingwood, Victoria, Australia.Canterbury, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoDirector, Content Operations (Bangkok-based, relocation provided)Director Property and Operations InfrastructureWest Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoGeneral Manager, People, Culture and OHSMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$250,000.00-A$275,000.00 1 week agoFrontline Operations Director (Affirmative measure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoHead of Department Emergency and Critical Care Specialist - CARECollingwood, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoHead of Department Emergency and Critical Care Specialist - CARECollingwood, Victoria, Australia 1 day agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoSouth Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 months agoCollingwood, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoCollingwood, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoCollingwood, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoCourse Leader - Bachelor of Fashion DesignChadstone, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoPhD Scholarship What is reproductive wellbeing?Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoSpecialist Anaesthetists IMG''s - CA & Specialist pathway doctors welcome!Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks agoSmall Animal Surgery Internship - CARE CollingwoodCollingwood, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoExpressions of Interest - Government (Defence and National Security) LawyersMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoSmall Animal Surgery Internship - CARE CollingwoodCollingwood, Victoria, Australia 2 months ago2026 Unaccredited Geriatric Medicine RegistrarFootscray, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoTemplestowe Lower, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoDocklands, Victoria, Australia 19 hours agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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