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Darwin - Humpty Doo - 2 vet mixed practice, predominantly small animal position

HUMPTY DOO, DARWIN - SMALL ANIMAL & EQUINENew Position

Veterinarian - Humpty Doo, Northern Territory

Salary Package: up to $155,000 dependent on experience
(Base Salary up to $130,000 + relocation expenses + bonuses and entitlements)

Experienced or Recent Graduate Mixed Practice Veterinarian for a young, energetic and rapidly growing practice in one of Australia's most unique and vibrant regions – Humpty Doo, Northern Territory.

Are you "worth" well over $110k/annum but currently settling for less?
Do you want true work-life balance with 4-day weeks or up to 15 weeks leave per year on top of a real salary?
Do you want to practice in a purpose-built, well-equipped practice without giving up adventure, horses, or wildlife?
Do you want a role that blends modern medicine with the wild side of the NT – companion animals, equine practice, and even the occasional jumping crocodile? 🐊

The Practice

Northern Territory Veterinary Services is expanding into Humpty Doo Veterinary Hospital (joining our established Katherine and Alice Springs clinics) and we are seeking veterinarians to grow with us.

The practice is fully air-conditioned, purpose-built, and includes two consult rooms, a spacious surgical theatre, and a large prep/treatment areas. Equipment includes:

Digital x-ray, endoscopes
In-house IDEXX lab machines
Fluid pumps, pulse ox, ECG and BP monitors
Digital dental x-ray, iM3 dental machine
Orthopaedic equipment (including TPLO and Stryker drills)
Fully computerised with Rx Works

The majority of work is small animals, and the clinic will be expanding into equine, but there is opportunity to take on cattle, buffalo, pigs, and wildlife if you wish. The clinic is rapidly expanding, and we strongly support veterinarians developing and growing their special interests.

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Remote Indigenous & Community Practice

Humpty Doo will also support remote Aboriginal Community Veterinary Services, providing essential care to communities across Arnhem Land and the Top End. These trips, fully mentored and nurse-supported, offer unique veterinary experiences in spectacular and otherwise inaccessible areas - Arnhem Land, Kakadu, and beyond.

The Position

We are seeking an experienced small animal/equine or fully mixed animal veterinarian, but recent graduates are also welcome and well supported. Work will include:

Small animal medicine and surgery (routine and advanced)
Equine ambulatory practice (pleasure, and station)
Opportunities to work with wildlife, exotics, and community animals
Remote travel to Aboriginal communities for desexing/animal health programs (encouraged but optional)

Continuing Education

At NTVS we believe in investing in our staff. We offer:

At least 1 week paid continuing education leave each year
Funding for conferences and courses
Support to develop personal areas of interest
A strong evidence-based medicine culture

The Location

Humpty Doo is a lively township just outside Darwin in the tropical Top End. It combines the freedom of rural living with access to the city and airport. Darwin offers shops, cafes, schools, sporting facilities, and a multicultural food and festival scene. Weekends can include:

Watching the world-famous jumping crocodiles on the Adelaide River 🐊
Exploring Kakadu, Litchfield and Nitmiluk National Parks
Fishing and boating in pristine rivers and coastline
Camping, hiking, and immersing yourself in the NT's wildlife and culture

There will be opportunities also to work in Katherine and Alice Springs for periods.

Salary & Benefits

We offer a generous package of up to $155,000 (commensurate with experience).

Base salary up to $130,000
Relocation expenses + bonuses + entitlements
Up to 15 weeks leave per year (4 weeks annual, 1+ week CE, and accumulated RDOs)
Salary sacrifice options to maximise take-home pay

Contact Alex Burleigh at info@ntvet.com.au or by phone on 08 89723599 for more information.

Website: www.humptydoovet.com.au

📍 Join us at Northern Territory Veterinary Services as we build the future of veterinary practice in the Top End – where your weekends can be as wild as a jumping croc and as relaxed as a tropical sunset.

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