Senior Small Animal Veterinarian

About the role

Join two established coastal clinics in Central Queensland as a senior small‑animal vet. You will manage your own consults and surgeries while mentoring graduate veterinarians.

Key responsibilities

• Provide 100% small‑animal consults, medical cases and surgeries across both clinics.
• Mentor and support graduate vets in daily case management, surgery and decision‑making.
• Share weekend and after‑hours on‑call roster, with Vetriage support for emergency calls only.

Required profile

• Minimum 6 years experience in small‑animal practice.
• Strong competence in general practice medicine and surgery.
• Passion for developing junior staff and delivering high‑quality veterinary care.

Required skills

• Ultrasound imaging
• Digital X‑ray operation
• Use of in‑house IDEXX laboratory equipment
• Surgical techniques for small animals

What we offer

• Salary $130,000–$155,000 per year plus super, with $10,000–$15,000 after‑hours earning potential.
• Up to $10,000 relocation assistance and shared accommodation on arrival.
• Eligibility for Rural HECS debt reduction up to $62,000.
• Generous continuing‑education support and paid VSB registration.
• Visa sponsorship and immigration assistance for eligible candidates.