E-3 Visa Veterinarian Jobs
Veterinarian roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a veterinary degree, making this one of the more straightforward specialty occupation cases for Australian vets. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so qualified candidates can pursue U.S. roles year-round without the H-1B visa timing constraints.
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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
The anticipated starting base salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $120,000 to $140,000 per year, plus production. Base salary to be determined by the schedule, location, experience, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Increased sign-on offerings and relocation support available.
Who we are
We’re Banfield. You’ve probably seen us around. We started in 1955 as a small practice with big ideas about preventive petcare. Now we’re the leading general veterinary care practice in America and we’d love to have you join our team.
We love pets. You know what else we love? Vets. We want to make sure our veterinarians feel supported so they can live their best lives AND practice medicine their own way. We do that by surrounding them with talented, passionate teammates and giving them amazing resources that help them stay fulfilled in and outside of work.
Banfield’s here for you so you can be there for pets!
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for veterinarians to add their passion, skills, and education to our team. We believe in hiring doctors with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures, and we support veterinarians who use their expertise in a way that benefits pets, clients, teams, and communities.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced veterinarian looking for a change, a new beginning at Banfield means an open door to explore the next best move in your professional career.
Role responsibilities
- Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
- Build close relationships with pets and the humans who love them
- Work closely with teammates and cultivate a positive, dynamic work culture
- Impact the future of veterinary medicine with your own expertise and ways of practicing medicine
- Exemplify the Mars Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom
What we offer
Now the good stuff! We believe in taking care of our employees so they can take care of themselves, their family, and the pets they treat. We value work-life balance too! Here are just a few of the benefits veterinarians are eligible for:
The good stuff:
- Competitive salary with paid time off so you can spend time with the people you love
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and loved ones
- Fertility and family-building assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Competitive referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!*
- Automatic enrollment 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of employment with generous company match
- Health Savings Account
- Practice Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Practice Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Liability and malpractice insurance
- Veterinary Student Debt Relief Programs - includes monthly contributions for full-time veterinarians, student loan advice, and lump sum contributions for student job program participation
- Mental health support and resources
- Paid volunteering
- Optimum Wellness Plans® for up to three pets
- A variety of discounts including Mars, PetSmart, RoyalCanin, fitness, cellular and so much more
Even more good stuff:
- Flexible scheduling
- Ability to practice autonomous medicine
- Locations all over the US to choose from
- Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at Banfield, Mars and other divisions of Mars brands
- Dedicated coaching support so you can grow your career (or become a coach yourself!)
- Continuing education opportunities paid for by us
- Health and well-being benefits to support quality of life
- School loan assistance through our Student Debt Relief Program
- Equity, inclusion, and diversity resources
- Awesome opportunities to volunteer through Mars Volunteer Program, like volunteering at coral reef cleanups or on research vessels!
Full Veterinarian Job Description
*terms and conditions apply
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
The anticipated starting base salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $120,000 to $140,000 per year, plus production. Base salary to be determined by the schedule, location, experience, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Increased sign-on offerings and relocation support available.
Who we are
We’re Banfield. You’ve probably seen us around. We started in 1955 as a small practice with big ideas about preventive petcare. Now we’re the leading general veterinary care practice in America and we’d love to have you join our team.
We love pets. You know what else we love? Vets. We want to make sure our veterinarians feel supported so they can live their best lives AND practice medicine their own way. We do that by surrounding them with talented, passionate teammates and giving them amazing resources that help them stay fulfilled in and outside of work.
Banfield’s here for you so you can be there for pets!
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for veterinarians to add their passion, skills, and education to our team. We believe in hiring doctors with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures, and we support veterinarians who use their expertise in a way that benefits pets, clients, teams, and communities.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced veterinarian looking for a change, a new beginning at Banfield means an open door to explore the next best move in your professional career.
Role responsibilities
- Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
- Build close relationships with pets and the humans who love them
- Work closely with teammates and cultivate a positive, dynamic work culture
- Impact the future of veterinary medicine with your own expertise and ways of practicing medicine
- Exemplify the Mars Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom
What we offer
Now the good stuff! We believe in taking care of our employees so they can take care of themselves, their family, and the pets they treat. We value work-life balance too! Here are just a few of the benefits veterinarians are eligible for:
The good stuff:
- Competitive salary with paid time off so you can spend time with the people you love
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and loved ones
- Fertility and family-building assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Competitive referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!*
- Automatic enrollment 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of employment with generous company match
- Health Savings Account
- Practice Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Practice Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Liability and malpractice insurance
- Veterinary Student Debt Relief Programs - includes monthly contributions for full-time veterinarians, student loan advice, and lump sum contributions for student job program participation
- Mental health support and resources
- Paid volunteering
- Optimum Wellness Plans® for up to three pets
- A variety of discounts including Mars, PetSmart, RoyalCanin, fitness, cellular and so much more
Even more good stuff:
- Flexible scheduling
- Ability to practice autonomous medicine
- Locations all over the US to choose from
- Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at Banfield, Mars and other divisions of Mars brands
- Dedicated coaching support so you can grow your career (or become a coach yourself!)
- Continuing education opportunities paid for by us
- Health and well-being benefits to support quality of life
- School loan assistance through our Student Debt Relief Program
- Equity, inclusion, and diversity resources
- Awesome opportunities to volunteer through Mars Volunteer Program, like volunteering at coral reef cleanups or on research vessels!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Veterinarian
Verify your degree meets U.S. equivalency standards
Australian veterinary degrees are typically accepted as equivalent to a U.S. DVM or VMD, but your employer may request a credential evaluation. Have your transcripts assessed by a NACES-approved evaluator before applying to confirm equivalency upfront.
Target employers with active USDA accreditation needs
Practices that handle international animal movement, food safety inspection, or federal veterinary roles require USDA-accredited vets. These employers are already familiar with federal licensing requirements and are more likely to understand E-3 visa sponsorship obligations.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters veterinary job listings by E-3 visa sponsorship availability, so you're not cold-applying to roles where the employer has no sponsorship history. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Confirm your state license path before accepting an offer
Each U.S. state issues its own veterinary license, and some require NAVLE passage before you can practice. Employers can file your E-3 LCA with DOL while your state licensing application is in progress, so the two processes can run concurrently.
Ask employers about LCA prevailing wage compliance early
The DOL requires employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location on the certified LCA. Raise this in your offer negotiation, not after, so your offered salary is already compliant when the employer files.
Use consulate choice strategically for your interview
Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth all process E-3 applications, but appointment wait times differ by consulate and season. If your start date is fixed, check availability at all three locations rather than defaulting to the nearest office.
E-3 Visa Veterinarian: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find veterinarian jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for Australian vets searching for E-3 sponsorship roles. The platform lists veterinary positions where employers are open to sponsoring E-3 applicants, filtering out roles where you'd need to assess sponsorship willingness yourself. Most general job boards don't indicate visa sponsorship status by visa type, so a targeted search saves significant time.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a veterinarian role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Veterinary medicine is one of the cleaner specialty occupation cases for the E-3 because the role has a direct, degree-specific requirement. A DVM or equivalent is required by state licensing boards to practice, which satisfies the USCIS standard that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The field-to-role alignment is direct and well-documented.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for veterinarians in the U.S.?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens, but it has a major structural advantage over the H-1B: no lottery. H-1B requires registration each March with selection determined by random draw, meaning a qualified candidate can be rejected purely by chance. The E-3 has an annual allocation of 10,500 visas that has never been filled, so eligible Australian vets can apply at any time of year and receive a decision on merit.
Can I start work before my state veterinary license is issued?
Your E-3 visa can be filed and approved before your state license is in hand, but you cannot legally practice veterinary medicine in most states until the license is issued. Some employers use this period for onboarding, orientation, or non-clinical roles. Confirm with your employer how they handle the gap between your start date and license issuance before signing your offer letter.