ECC Veterinary Manager

Job Description Are you an experienced ECC Veterinarian with a passion for team leadership? Can you advocate for your team as well as your patients? About the Role CARE Veterinary Hospital is a leading healthcare provider for animals, committed to delivering exceptional emergency and critical care services. The clinic is a 24‑hour multi‑disciplinary emergency and referral hospital in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Manager to join our dynamic team in a frontline leadership and management role. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with our Emergency & Critical Care Head of Department to help lead and develop the ECC service. The role incorporates clinical responsibilities as well as management of the department and veterinary ECC team. Why You Should Apply No full overnight shifts required. The bulk of hours are Monday‑Friday with some clinical coverage on weekends and evenings. Flexible start and finish times, with flexible full‑time hours. Perfect blend of clinical and administrative responsibilities, a 50/50 role. Join a welcoming, respectful and supportive team dedicated to the best standard of medicine. Responsibilities In this role you will: Work closely with and support the Head of ECC in administration and management of the department. Develop and support the team, including roster and leave management. Liaise with clients, referring vets and hospital staff members. Perform clinical work in ECC/ICU as required. Facilitate and maintain the highest standards of ECC/ICU care and support your team. Contribute to all aspects of ECC workflow in a supportive environment. Must Have A veterinary degree registrable in Victoria. Proven history of leading a team of veterinarians in a senior veterinary capacity. Competence with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Commitment to being a team player, good communicator, and contributing to a positive workplace environment. Desirable Membership of the Australian & New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Emergency & Critical Care or of an equivalent international body. Management training (formal or informal through CPD) and experience. Experience using RxWorks and Smartflow veterinary software. Our Offer to You A permanent full‑time position with flexible start and finish times. A competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your skillset and career goals. Additional paid parental leave and return‑to‑work programs. Excellent discounts for your own pets at Petbarn. Further discounts through Flare HR, including health insurance and major retail and supermarket brands. Access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program. How We Will Support You Choice of professional membership from AVA membership or Vet Board registration. Access to two online resources such as VIN, VECCS, Dove Lewis, Wiley, Vet Webinar, Plumbs, Elsevier, VetFolio and Vetstream. Attend free monthly webinars on ECC topics and access an extensive library of webinars hosted by VetWebinar. Join short courses and modular programs run by VetEdcuation. We invest in your development and growth with no capped CE allowances. Looking to Relocate for the Right Position? Collingwood offers a perfect blend of work‑life balance, inner‑city convenience and vibrant culture—just 3 km from the CBD. Why You’ll Love It Here Lifestyle: Enjoy award‑winning cafes, rooftop bars, live music and galleries—all within walking distance. Housing: Choose from trendy warehouse apartments, modern townhouses or cozy terraces suitable to your budget. Community: A diverse, inclusive and creative vibe makes it easy to feel at home. Transport: Excellent train, tram and bike access make commuting a breeze. Relocation‑friendly: We’ll assist with relocation support, local area tips and onboarding to help you settle in smoothly. The Next Step For a confidential conversation or more information you are welcome to contact Prachi Sawant at 0449 790 813 (WhatsApp ) or email Seniority level Director Employment type Full‑time Job function Other Industries Veterinary #J-18808-Ljbffr