Full-Time Veterinarian

Position Overview

We are searching for an experienced full-time small animal veterinarian to join our established hospital on the Gold Coast, Queensland. Our ideal candidate has at least 3 years of veterinary experience, strong surgical skills, and a passion for delivering high standards of patient care. Ultrasound knowledge would be an advantage.

About the Practice

Our long-standing hospital is highly regarded in the local community for excellent veterinary services, attracting clients who prioritize quality care over cost. The team consists of 6-7 veterinarians, 4-5 of whom work daily, preventing isolation. We also have an outstanding nursing team, including UK-qualified nurses, and three friendly receptionists.

Each day begins with team rounds involving coffee, planning, and social connection. Our scheduling includes protected breaks and designated time for client callbacks, specialist consultations, and case discussions.

Facilities and Medical Services

• Fully equipped in-house laboratory
• Mindray ultrasound machine
• Two iM3 dental units
• Excellent surgical facilities
• Regular visits from a specialist orthopaedic surgeon
• Strong ties with local referral and emergency clinics

Thirty-minute consultations allow thorough investigation and relationship building. Our clientele largely consists of insured patients with strong wellness plan participation, supporting advanced diagnostics and care protocols. Our location near rural and hinterland areas provides a diverse caseload including small animal medicine, urgent care, ticks, snakes, and complex internal medicine and surgery.

Professional Growth and Team Environment

The hospital is led by an experienced mentor, Dr Amy, who specializes in surgery and internal medicine. Our team has expertise in feline medicine, ophthalmology, dentistry, holistic and integrative approaches, and surgery. We collaborate closely with emergency clinics nearby, eliminating the need for after-hours work.

Lifestyle Benefits

• Four-day workweek with no more than one Saturday per month
• Saturday clinics limited to wellness care for 4 hours
• No after-hours or weekend duties
• Supportive team and a vibrant work-life balance on the Gold Coast

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years experience in small animal veterinary care
• Confident in routine soft tissue surgeries
• Interest in comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and gold-standard treatment
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
• Team-oriented mindset
• Efficiency in a 30-minute consultation model
• Ultrasound experience is a plus

Contact

If you seek to enhance your clinical skills without compromising your personal time, please reach out for a confidential discussion or visit the hospital to connect with our team.