Veterinarian - Small Animal Jobs in VIC Other - October 2026 (4)

Veterinary jobs in regional & rural Victoria

Regional Victoria — Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Mildura, Gippsland and the north-east — has a persistent shortage of vets and vet nurses. Expect broader case variety than city practice, strong mentoring in larger regional hospitals, and packages that often include housing or vehicle allowances.

Small animal veterinarian roles

Small animal practice is the largest segment of the Australian veterinary job market. Typical responsibilities include consultations, surgery, dentistry and preventative medicine for dogs, cats and pocket pets. Roles range from new-graduate positions with structured mentoring through to senior vet and leadership roles — read each listing's experience requirements and salary band before applying.

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