Internal Medicine Specialist

Full-Time Opportunities – Internal Medicine Specialist – Southpaws, Specialty, Emergency and Referral Hospital  

Southpaws - One of Australia’s best-known referral hospitals.  

We aim to be the first choice for expert veterinary care. Our teams of veterinary experts ensure that the very best surgical, medical, cancer and critical care is delivered in a professional and comforting environment for pets and their families. 

As an Employer 

Southpaws are committed to leading the way in creating a workplace that operates the way we believe it should, rather than the way they always have. To help deliver on our goal of becoming an industry employer of choice, we have created career pathways that support year-on-year progression both for your capabilities as a professional, as well as your remuneration. 

Southpaws are the only veterinary hospital in Melbourne to have full-time Training & Development and Human Resources Departments on-site. These permanent teams ensure the structure necessary to support people on their personal and professional journeys to fulfilling their potential. 

Southpaws are proud of our values and look for these positive characteristics in all applicants: 

• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Trust
• Compassion
• Humour
• Innovation
• Teamwork

The Role 

Southpaws are in the process of recruiting Internal Medicine Specialists to join our growing team.  

With the expansion of a new hospital in Malvern, an opportunity has arisen for experienced individuals to join our team working alongside other Specialists. We are recruiting Specialists for our Moorabbin location, including the addition of an Internal Medicine department to support all ongoing services.  

Internal Medicine Specialist Duties & Responsibilities 

Routine duties for an internal medicine specialist in private practice include: 

• Perform diagnostic tests and exams.
• Evaluate scans and tests.
• Use a variety of specialized medical equipment.
• Perform surgical procedures.
• Update patient files.
• Supervise internal medicine vet techs or surgical vet techs.
• Provide professional consultations at the request of a general veterinary practitioner.

Internal medicine veterinarians are specialists with advanced training in the function, diagnosis, pathology, and treatment of internal body systems. Areas of training for internal medicine vets can include many fields of study including oncology, endocrinology, hematology, infectious diseases, cardiology, gastroenterology, immunology, neurology, nephrology, and respiratory disease management. 

Working in a corporate environment, the role tends to focus on creating diagnostic testing and treatment options.  

What’s On Offer 

• Generous pay and working conditions
• Industry-leading employee discount scheme for family pets
• Dedicated HR and Training functions to help you fulfil your career goals and achieve your potential
• Monthly check-ins and a dedicated platform for feedback and accountability at all levels in the hospital
• Monthly company-wide social initiatives to support deep, genuine relationships with colleagues
• The leading environment for veterinary professionals who wish to challenge the status quo and set new benchmarks for performance and capability

Southpaws is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now'  

Apply now to be a part of this exceptional team.  

Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]