Internal Medicine Specialist | Registrar | Head of Department

Lead. Innovate. Shape the future of Internal Medicine.

Are you an experienced Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialist looking for the next step in your career?

At ARH Essendon Fields, we're offering a unique opportunity to join a highly regarded multidisciplinary specialist hospital as an Internal Medicine Specialist leading an established and collaborative team while helping shape the future of the service.

Whether you're already in a leadership position or looking to take that next step, this role combines clinical excellence, team leadership, and strategic influence in an environment that genuinely supports flexibility, career growth and work-life balance.

Why Join ARH Essendon Fields?

ARH Essendon Fields is a multidisciplinary specialist and emergency hospital and part of Australia's largest network of emergency and specialist veterinary hospitals. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with an extensive network of veterinary specialists and clinicians while working alongside a highly skilled local team.

This is an exciting time to join us, with plans underway for a new purpose-built hospital, creating even greater opportunities for service development, innovation and growth within the Internal Medicine department.

You'll be supported by:

• Two Internal Medicine Specialists
• One Registrar
• One Intern
• Six dedicated Internal Medicine nurses
• Strong referral relationships and close collaboration with Surgery and ECC services
• Advanced diagnostic and imaging capabilities including MRI, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, chemotherapy suite and endoscopy facilities.

The Opportunity

As the Internal Medicine Specialist you will be part of our dedicated Internal Medicine Department providing services across the surrounding Melbourne Suburbs based in Essendon Fields.

Whether you're already in a leadership position or looking to take that next step, this role combines clinical excellence, team leadership, and strategic influence in an environment that genuinely supports flexibility, career growth and work-life balance.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

Our team manages a diverse and rewarding caseload, investigating and managing our own Internal Medicine cases while also providing specialised procedures and diagnostic imaging support for our Emergency and Critical Care service.

The role offers genuine flexibility. You may choose a mix of consultations, rechecks and procedure time, or structure dedicated procedure days depending on your clinical interests and preferred working style. Caseload volume can be tailored to suit your expertise and career goals.

Common procedures include:

• Endoscopy, including balloon dilation
• Feeding tube placement (O-tube and PEG)
• CT and MRI interpretation
• Abdominal and thoracic ultrasound
• Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspirates
• Bone marrow biopsies
• Joint taps
• Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL)
• Swallow studies

Work-Life Balance That Actually Works

We understand that flexibility matters.

• Full-time roster of 8:30am to 6:00pm, four days per week
• Part-time and flexible arrangements available
• School-friendly hours considered
• No after-hours roster
• No routine on-call requirements.

About You

We're seeking a veterinarian who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and enjoys collaborating within a multidisciplinary environment.

You will be:

• A registered Specialist or Residency-Trained in Small Animal Internal Medicine
• A Fellow of ANZCVS or Diplomate of ACVIM or ECVIM or residency trained
• Experienced in mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Passionate about clinical excellence, innovation and team development

We also welcome applications from candidates who have completed residency training and are preparing to sit board examinations.

Live and Work in Melbourne's North-West

Essendon Fields offers the perfect balance between city convenience and suburban lifestyle. With excellent schools, vibrant dining options, green open spaces and easy access to Melbourne CBD, it's an ideal location for individuals and families alike.