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Veterinary Surgery Intern - Greencross Vet Hospital (GVH)

CompanyGreencross Pet Wellness Company
LocationMelbourne
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 24, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The surgical intern will assist in consultations, diagnostics, and surgical procedures while participating in perioperative patient care and multidisciplinary rounds. They will also engage in structured mentoring and collaborative case presentations across various veterinary specialties.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
2731
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Greencross Pet Wellness Company is Australia’s largest pet care company with 267 retail stores, including Petbarn and City Farmers in Australia and Animates in New Zealand; 140+ Greencross Vets clinics; 24 Specialty  and Emergency animal hospitals, including Animal Referral Hospital and Animal Emergency Centre; 132 grooming salons; 114 puppy schools; 4 crematorium facilities; 166 DIY dog washes; 15 mobile dog washes; and Vepalabs Specialist Pathology Centre which services veterinary clinics nationally. 
About the Role

Company Description

Are you ready to take the next big step in your veterinary career?

At Greencross Vet Hospital, we’re passionate about developing the next generation of veterinary professionals. Our Surgical Internship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside leading specialists in a purpose-built, university-affiliated hospital that fosters excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Who We Are

Greencross Vet Hospital is a proud and unique collaboration between Greencross Pet Wellness Company and the University of Melbourne, located within the University’s Werribee campus. We offer specialist and referral services in:

  • Surgery
  • Internal Medicine
  • Oncology
  • Neurology
  • Emergency & Critical Care
  • Anaesthesia
  • Dentistry
  • Cardiology

Our hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including a 128-slice CT scanner, 3 Tesla MRI, advanced endoscopy, multiple ultrasound units, and an on-site pathology lab. We are committed to clinical excellence and to supporting veterinarians in their professional growth.

About the Internship

This 12-month Surgical Internship is part of the nationally recognised Greencross Intern Program, designed to support your transition into specialist surgical practice in a vibrant teaching hospital environment.

As a Surgical Intern, you will:

  • Assist in surgical consultations, diagnostics, and procedures
  • Participate in perioperative patient care and surgical rounds
  • Engage in journal clubs, case presentations, and hospital-wide multidisciplinary rounds
  • Collaborate with specialists across disciplines including Internal Medicine, ECC, Neurology, Oncology, Anaesthesia, and more
  • Receive structured mentoring and progressive clinical responsibility

What We Offer

  • Diverse and Stimulating Caseload
    Exposure to a wide range of soft tissue and orthopaedic surgical cases, including complex referrals
  • Supportive and Collaborative Team Work alongside experienced surgeons, anaesthetists, and a dedicated nursing team
  • Structured 12-Month Program Designed to build confident, clinically skilled and collaborative surgical veterinarians
  • Extensive Continuing Education (CE) Access to a choice of VIN, VetStream, Plumb’s, and more
  • Monthly Multidisciplinary Case Rounds Learn through collaborative discussions across departments
  • Annual Greencross Veterinary Conference Attend workshops and lectures from leading veterinary professionals
  • Training in Related Disciplines (TRD) Engage with other specialties to broaden your clinical perspective

What We’re Looking For

You are a motivated, professional and enthusiastic veterinarian who:

  • Is eligible for veterinary registration in Victoria
  • Holds a current radiation licence
  • Has strong communication skills, a solid medical knowledge base, and a great work ethic
  • Has clinical experience (desirable but not essential)

Internship Details

  • Start date: 1st February 2027
  • Duration: 12 months 
  • Applications close: 25th September 2026

Ready to Take the Next Step?

We’d love to hear from you! Click the Apply button and include:

  • Your CV
  • A cover letter telling us why you want to join Greencross Vet Hospital

Please contact Sharleen Harman on  if you need more information!

Take your skills and career to the next level – join Greencross Vet Hospital in 2027.

Additional Information

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Key Skills
Veterinary surgerySoft tissue surgeryOrthopaedic surgeryPatient careDiagnostic proceduresSurgical consultationsClinical pathologyAnaesthesiaEmergency and critical careCommunication skillsMedical knowledgeTeam collaboration
Categories
HealthcareScience & ResearchEducation
Benefits
Continuing EducationMentoringProfessional developmentAccess to VINAccess to VetStreamAccess to Plumb’s