Are you a new or recent graduate interested in joining the team at a world-renowned exotics practice? The Rabbit and Bird Doctors are acknowledged experts in the treatment of Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Rats and Mice and operate from a beautiful new hospital in Coburg North, Melbourne. We are now the largest rabbit focused hospital in the Southern Hemisphere, that has incredible facilities for our patients, clients and staff. In 2024 we expanded our species range to include birds and now see and treat all of our feathered friends, including parrots, chickens, ducks, geese, budgies and finches.
If you are looking for an amazing start to your career and would be excited to work with a friendly, enthusiastic group, where teaching and collaborative case management is at the foundation of who we are and what we do, read on.
Our structured and fully supported Graduate Program will take you through triage & emergency, general medicine & consulting, surgery & imaging. The program will provide you with skills and knowledge, with a patient advocacy focus, that will be the foundation of your career wherever it may take you.
What Is On Offer: -
- Full time Permanent Position available to commence in early February 2027
- An 18 month long program that covers Birds, Rabbits and small mammals.
- Ability to work a 4 day week
- 1 Week - Paid Study Leave per year
- CPD Allowance –UPAV/AAVAC Conference Registration, Travel & Accommodation
- Generous salary
- Interesting and varied caseload
- Bi-Annual Social Events
- E- Bike Scheme
- A passionate and fun-loving work environment
Our new superstar will enjoy being a valued and supported team member whose contributions and diversity are celebrated, working with a team of respectful and professional colleagues who love to have fun at work, and are passionate about what they do.
If this sounds like you, please email your cover letter and CV to: -
Ali Macfarlane amacfarlane@therabbitdoctors.com.au or, if you have any questions and would like to discuss the position further, please call us on 03 9416 3100.
In person interviews for applicants that are shortlisted will be scheduled for October.

