About this role

About The Team

Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary School in Western Australia, and its prestigious teaching hospital provides students with critical practical experience. It also provides a service to community through the delivery of world-class specialist, emergency, and primary veterinary care to the animals of Western Australia.

The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University (TAHMU) aims to consistently demonstrate a culture of clinical and professional excellence. This is achieved through evidence-based decision making that is delivered with care and compassion for our patients, clients, students and colleagues

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Your New Role!

The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University are seeking a passionate and adaptable veterinarian to be part of the Equine team. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to be immersed in an environment that promotes growth and learning. A team of like-minded professionals on a mission to help people by helping all animals whilst contributing to the next generation of veterinary graduates from Murdoch University.

Don’t just take our word for this!

View our hospital showcase video to see for yourself:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EScDlSBV-M4

Your key responsibilities will include –

- Provide high-quality veterinary services to horses, primarily in an ambulatory setting
- Participate in after-hours service, with specialist back-up, including emergency admissions and inpatient care
- Contribute, under the guidance of academic staff, to case-based clinical tuition of veterinary students through case discussions, rounds, practical classes and other appropriate teaching activities.
- Maintain complete and timely clinical and administrative records in the hospital system, including account data, discharge instructions and referral letters within required timeframes.
- Communicate clearly with equine clients about prescribed treatments, likely costs and ongoing care, and provide veterinary advice at the appropriate level to horse owners and external veterinarians.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (12 Month) | Part time, two days per week, (19 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $116K – $133K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

· Flexible work arrangements

· Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role

· Indigenous Language Allowance

· Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit

· Employee Assistance Program

· On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page !

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

· A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)

- Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

- Veterinary degree registrable by the Veterinary Surgeons’ Board of Western Australia.
- A minimum of 18 months’ experience working in a veterinary practice, post qualification.
- Excellent organisational, time and workload management skills, including the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
- Highly effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, and the demonstrated ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation.
- Demonstrated ability to work cohesively in a team environment, to foster positive relationships with clients and to grow primary opinion caseload.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Dr Claudine Creasy, Clinical Director, [email protected] and quote 106010 as the reference.

Applications Close on 27th November 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.