Join Our Growing Team as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Southpaws Southpaws Specialty, Emergency & Referral Hospital - Melbourne, Australia

Full Time

As Southpaws continues to grow across our Melbourne locations, we're excited to grow Internal Medicine as a core part of our multidisciplinary team. We're seeking expressions of interest from a Board-certified Internal Medicine Specialist or Residency-trained Registrar who shares our vision of excellence, genuine collaboration, and delivering patient-first care.

This isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to build a new service within a thriving, well-established specialist hospital group. You won't be on your own. You'll join a culture of teamwork, with the support to shape and grow a dedicated medicine team.

Why Join Southpaws?

At Southpaws, we believe in care. Care for our patients, care for our clients, and care for our team. We're redefining the veterinary workplace with a focus on purpose, progression, and people.

• We grow with you: Structured career development pathways and mentorship to support your evolution both clinically and financially
• We care about connection: Monthly social initiatives, values-led leadership, and a team culture built on support and mutual respect
• We collaborate across disciplines: Medicine, surgery, anaesthesia, and ECC all work closely together
• We're building a team-not filling a role: We're committed to recruiting multiple medicine clinicians to create a supportive, sustainable department

Southpaws is a place for clinicians who are confident in their craft, collaborative in the room, and grounded enough to enjoy the people they work alongside. We believe strong teams are built on trust, mutual respect, and the kind of culture where people can do serious work without taking themselves too seriously.

An Evolving Multidisciplinary Hospital Group

With Southpaws' long history of surgical innovation, our approach continues to evolve-now encompassing on-site specialist Anaesthesia and Emergency & Critical Care services. The next chapter in that evolution is a full-service Internal Medicine department, and we're ready to invest in building that with the right team.

This is your chance to shape a modern, progressive medicine service in a hospital that's committed to pushing the boundaries of care through teamwork, innovation, and clinical excellence.

Our Hospitals

• Digitally integrated systems (EzyVet, Smartflow, Cubex, IDEXX)
• Advanced diagnostics: CT, fluoroscopy, digital radiography, and full in-house labs
• Talented, engaged nurses and a specialist-led ECC team providing 24/7 support
• A strong reputation and growing demand from referring vets and clients

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package, based on your experience, plus a generous CPD allowance and leave options
• Fully covered professional registration and memberships
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support available
• Help build the department: shape the team, lead recruitment, and define workflows
• Flexibility, autonomy, and genuine work-life balance
• Generous discounts for family pets
• Access to a growing national network of specialist and emergency hospitals via VetPartners

If you're looking to be part of something meaningful where you can grow, shape a team, and enjoy doing it alongside people who genuinely care - we'd love to hear from you.

Contact:

Dr Alex Fox from the Talent Acquisition team at

Southpaws Specialty, Emergency and Referral Hospital is part of the VetPartners Specialty network and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities.

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• Board-certified diplomate of the ACVIM or ECVIM-CA, or fellowship of the ANZCVS in Small Animal Medicine. Residency-trained candidates also considered.
• Eligible for veterinary registration in Victoria
• Driven by Southpaw's values of integrity, excellence, community, and genuine care.

At SASH, we believe the highest standards in veterinary care are achieved when clinical expertise is delivered by compassionate, motivated people in a caring and supportive environment. Inspired by the special bond between animals and people, we constantly strive to help pets and their families live their best lives.

• Be exposed to an interesting and diverse caseload.
• The Only regional veterinary hospital with a high-field MRI and radiology team between Sydney and Queensland!
• Be part of the largest Radiology team in Australia & join established team of radiologists and radiographers.
• Network-wide PACs reporting system!
• 5 Tesla Siemens MRI and 64 slice Siemens CT scanner.

The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) is the largest, privately owned network of veterinary hospitals in the Southern Hemisphere, offering multi-disciplinary specialist and emergency services across multiple locations. At SASH, we are committed to providing exceptional care and service to pets, their families, and the veterinary community. To learn more about the SASH team and our hospital, please click on the links below:

The SASH team is looking for an additional radiologist to join our expanding Central Coast team. This position will support established specialist services in Surgery (4), Medicine (3), Emergency and Critical Care (2), Oncology (4), Anaesthesia (1), as well as part time services of Sports Medicine and Dermatology. You will also be connected to our network-wide radiology team consisting of Radiologists, Registrars and residents. Our radiology team members are crucial to the smooth operation of our hospitals and work collaboratively with every department. This is a full-time position; we'd also consider a part-time opportunity for the right person. We have experienced radiographers who run our cross-sectional modalities.

To be considered for this position, you will:

• Be a board-certified radiologist with either the Australian, American or European qualifications, holding FANZCVS, DACVR or DECVDI qualifications. Holding one of these qualifications makes you eligible to practice in Australia!
• Candidates who have completed an approved training program but are yet to sit exams are also strongly encouraged to apply!
• Value a hospital culture of inclusivity, empathy and teamwork.

Life on the Sydney's Central Coast!

• Enjoy Stunning Natural Beauty: Take advantage of New South Wales's world-renowned beaches, lush parks, and breathtaking hunter valley wine region. Whether you're swimming, hiking or picnicking, you'll have endless options for outdoor activities year-round.
• Enjoy the Ideal Climate: New South Wales has mild winters and warm summers, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore the coast's many beaches, parks, and trails, or simply enjoy the sunshine as part of your daily routine.
• Work-Life Balance: Australia's relaxed pace of life and strong focus on work-life balance make it a great place for individuals and families. Experience a quality of life where your well-being is valued just as much as your career.

Working at SASH

• Join the largest radiology network team in the Southern Hemisphere
• Collaborate and engage in multi-disciplinary case discussions with Australia's largest network of Veterinary specialists
• Benefit from regular continuing education opportunities through specialist-led and resident-run rounds
• Play a role in training and mentoring the next generation of radiologists, if you want.
• The Central Coast Hospital recently underwent a 5 million dollar renovation, including an update to the imaging suite and the addition of our brand-new MRI unit.

This is a truly exciting time to join the SASH team. You would be joining a business that is highly committed to our people, supporting them to achieve their goals. Just a few of the perks included in this opportunity are:

• Generous salary packaging on offer including an annual bonus - get in touch to find out more!
• Relocation support and VISA sponsorship makes relocating a breeze
• 8 weeks of paid study leave for those who are yet to sit their board exams!
• Continuing education allowance and 1 week conference leave
• Paid parental leave for ALL new parents
• Inclusive team where equality is not negotiable
• Supportive team of SASH specialists and nursing team

If you are interested in a great opportunity to grow in a fast-paced environment, with excellent facilities, and challenging and rewarding cases, we would love to hear from you!

Our Talent Partner, Jessica O'Connor would be more than happy to discuss the position, life in Australia or simply provide insight into the relocation process here with SASH .