Head of Department - Emergency and Critical Care

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Job Description

Greencross Veterinary Hospital at the University of Melbourne is seeking an inspiring leader to head its Emergency & Critical Care department. This role involves leading the department, mentoring DVM students, and setting new benchmarks in patient care. You will guide and inspire final-year DVM students, shaping the next generation of veterinarians while leading the ECC team to deliver outstanding patient and client care. You will also work alongside specialists in Surgery, Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Anaesthesia, and Diagnostic Imaging, playing a central role in a hospital where multidisciplinary teamwork drives innovation, learning, and lasting change.

Good To Have:

Memberships in Emergency & Critical Care (MANZCVS)
A passion for education and mentoring, experience teaching students or junior clinicians

Must Have:

Lead and grow our ECC team, fostering a supportive and high-performing culture
Deliver best-practice emergency care while mentoring interns, ECC vets, and final-year DVM students
Shape departmental strategy, ensuring sustainable growth, efficiency, and service excellence
Build systems that promote high clinical standards, exceptional student outcomes, and team engagement
Work closely with the hospital leadership team on strategic initiatives and hospital growth
A veterinarian registered (or eligible for registration) in Victoria
Leadership skills with the ability to engage and inspire teams
Commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and evidence-based practice

Perks:

The chance to develop and shape the ECC department in one of Australia’s most advanced teaching hospitals
A meaningful balance of clinical practice, leadership, and mentoring
Ongoing professional development, including journal clubs, M&M rounds, and access to Greencross’ continuing education resources
A culture of collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose
Competitive remuneration package tailored to your experience and leadership scope

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Company Description

Are you ready to shape the future of emergency veterinary medicine?

Greencross Veterinary Hospital at the University of Melbourne is seeking an inspiring leader to head our Emergency & Critical Care department. This is more than a clinical role; it’s an opportunity to lead a department, mentor the next generation of veterinarians, and set new benchmarks in patient

Job Description

Why is this role unique?

At GVH, you have the opportunity to make an impact that goes far beyond the patients you treat. Through our partnership with the University of Melbourne, you’ll guide and inspire final-year DVM students, shaping the next generation of veterinarians while leading the ECC team to deliver outstanding patient and client care. As Head of Department, you’ll also work alongside specialists in Surgery, Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Anaesthesia, and Diagnostic Imaging, playing a central role in a hospital where multidisciplinary teamwork drives innovation, learning, and lasting change.

What you’ll do

Lead and grow our ECC team, fostering a supportive and high-performing culture.
Deliver best-practice emergency care while mentoring interns, ECC vets, and final-year DVM students.
Shape departmental strategy, ensuring sustainable growth, efficiency, and service excellence.
Build systems that promote high clinical standards, exceptional student outcomes, and team engagement
Work closely with the hospital leadership team on strategic initiatives and hospital growth

What we’re looking for

A veterinarian registered (or eligible for registration) in Victoria.
Memberships in Emergency & Critical Care (MANZCVS) are preferred but not essential
Leadership skills with the ability to engage and inspire teams.
A passion for education and mentoring, experience teaching students or junior clinicians is highly valued.
Commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

What we offer

The chance to develop and shape the ECC department in one of Australia’s most advanced teaching hospitals.
A meaningful balance of clinical practice, leadership, and mentoring
Ongoing professional development, including journal clubs, M&M rounds, and access to Greencross’ continuing education resources
A culture of collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.
Competitive remuneration package tailored to your experience and leadership scope.

Make your mark

This is your opportunity to build something lasting: a department renowned for clinical excellence, a vibrant team culture, and a legacy of educating the next generation of veterinarians.

Contact: prachi.sawant@gxltd.com.au | 0449 790 813