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Veterinary Dentist

12/08/2026
01/02/2027
Permanent - Full Time
Broadmeadow
Veterinary Science and Animal Welfare

At AREC, we’re growing, and we’re looking for a Veterinary Dentist who’s ready to grow with us. 

Whether you’re membership-qualified OR board-certified OR residency-trained, this is an opportunity to shape the future of dentistry services in a hospital that values clinical excellence, ethical medicine and genuine work-life balance. 

  

Why AREC? 

We’re a purpose-built, 24/7 specialist, referral and emergency hospital with over 100 team members and a big vision. Since 2004, we’ve been providing gold-standard care to animals across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, the Hunter Valley and beyond. Now, we’ve expanded into a brand-new, custom-designed hospital, complete with: 

  • Two surgical theatres 

  • Eight consult rooms 

  • A dedicated ICU 

  • Specialist diagnostic imaging suite with CT and ultrasound 

  • Separate wards for exotics, cats and infectious patients 

  • Full in-house lab 

  • On-site pharmacy 

  • Comfortable spaces for staff to rest and reset 

  

AREC offers a comprehensive range of specialist, referral and emergency services designed to support complex patient care and collaborative case management. Our team delivers specialist and referral services in soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, internal medicine, rehabilitation, behaviour and ophthalmology, complemented by a 24/7 emergency and critical care service. This breadth allows for a truly integrated approach, with each department working together to deliver high-quality outcomes for patients and their families. 

Our model supports collaboration across specialties, and we’re committed to sustainable rosters and healthy caseloads. You'll have the time, space, and support to do your best work, and to keep learning along the way.

Job Description

What’s in it for you? 

We know what makes specialist and referral work rewarding and what makes it hard. That’s why we offer: 

  • Visa sponsorship and relocation support, including rent-free accommodation to get you started 

  • Flexible employment arrangements, designed to work around your life 

  • Competitive salary + profit share + employee stock ownership 

  • Generous CPD support, including study leave and funding for professional memberships 

  • Five weeks of annual leave 

  • Experienced nursing and support teams 

  • A collaborative, values-led culture 

  • Access to EAP, wellbeing initiatives, and a supportive leadership team 

  • We’re also proudly independent. That means our decisions are made locally, by people who know the team and care about the work. 

Desired Skills and Experience

Who are we looking for? 

You’re a qualified veterinarian with: 

  •  A degree recognised for registration in NSW (e.g. BVSc, DVM or equivalent) 

  • Membership-qualified in dentistry OR Board certified or completion of an approved residency in veterinary dentistry 

  • A commitment to professional integrity, patient-centred care and team collaboration 

  • A genuine interest in building something meaningful  

  • Whether you're looking to lead a new service, join an established one, or blend clinical and teaching interests, we’re happy to shape the role to suit the right person. 

  

Why Newcastle? 

If you're after lifestyle and clinical opportunity, Newcastle delivers.   

  • Coastal living, without the city stress 

  • A thriving food, wine and brewery scene 

  • Great schools, universities and healthcare infrastructure 

  • Direct flights to major cities 

  • Surf in the morning, consult in the afternoon 

  • This is a place where you can make a difference professionally and enjoy the down time, too. 

  

Ready to talk? 

Let’s start with a confidential conversation. 

Contact: 

Sally Groen – hr@arecvet.com.au 

  

More info: arecvet.com.au/careers 

Watch:  

  • Animal Referral and Emergency Centre (kookaburravets.com) 

 

How to Apply 

Email your CV to hr@arecvet.com.au. We’ll take it from there. 

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