Veterinary Director – Small Animal Practice

About the role

A well-established community practice in Kenmore, Brisbane's western suburbs, is looking for a Veterinary Director. The role combines consulting and surgery with responsibility for clinical standards, mentoring and developing the practice. It suits an experienced Vet Director or a senior veterinarian ready to take their first step into leadership. The clinic is purpose-built and accredited, with ultrasound, digital and dental X-ray, IM3 dental equipment, Bair Hugger warming and separate cat and dog wards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based medical and surgical care.
• Oversee clinical standards, patient safety and continuity of care.
• Mentor veterinarians through case discussions, practical guidance and feedback.
• Build client relationships through clear explanations, treatment planning and follow-up.
• Review workflows and clinic performance with the Practice Manager.
• Identify opportunities to develop services and the team's clinical interests.
• Work with the Practice Manager on how the clinic runs and develops.

Required profile

• Experience in small animal general practice.
• Confidence in medicine and routine surgery, and comfort making clinical decisions and explaining treatment options to owners.
• An interest in helping other vets develop.
• Veterinary qualification recognised in Australia and registration, or eligibility for registration, in Queensland.
• Previous leadership experience is welcome; experienced associates ready to step into a Vet Director role are encouraged.

What we offer

• Competitive salary package aligned with experience and responsibilities.
• 12% superannuation in addition to base salary.
• Four weeks of annual leave, with continuing education leave convertible to additional leave.
• Six weeks of paid parental leave at full pay, or 12 weeks at half pay, with flexible return-to-work options.
• Internal continuing education program, attendance at the annual clinical conference and scholarship opportunities for membership examinations.
• Paid AVA membership or annual veterinary registration.
• Fully funded 12-month leadership program (Leading Edge for Veterinarians) if leadership is part of your career goals.
• Ongoing support from the Regional Clinical Director and regional Vet Directors.
• Discounts across Greencross Vets, the Animal Referral and Emergency Network and Petbarn.