Academic ConnectJoin our growing Small Animal Primary Care team at UQ Vets, a leading veterinary facility committed to delivering high-quality care and compassionate services.
As an Emergency & Urgent Care Veterinarian, you will provide exceptional care to small animal patients including avian and exotic species, in urgent and critical situations.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing cases presenting to the primary care service, including routine and urgent/emergency cases.
- Contribute to the emergency and urgent care service, covering day, weekend, and after-hours shifts.
- Engage in clinical teaching and instruction for undergraduate veterinary science and veterinary technology students.
- Provide clinical training and mentorship to small animal interns and junior clinicians.
- Collaborate closely with specialists and experienced clinicians across various disciplines to deliver exceptional care and expertise to our patients and clients.
This is a full-time permanent position.
An approximate take-home figure may sit in the range $115K - $167K base plus 17% super. As this role is covered by an Enterprise Agreement, you will also receive regular remuneration increases – at least once a year. However, as a 24-hour operation, your take-home salary will be dependent on your specific roster, including loadings of 50% for weekend shifts, 25% for night shifts, and 15% for afternoon shifts. Further details will be discussed throughout the interview process.
Join our team if you have extensive experience in emergency and critical care, or if you're at any stage of your career journey. We welcome general practitioners aiming to enhance their skills, as well as recent graduates eager to continue their learning in a supportive environment.
You will demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality, relationship-centred care to small animal patients and clients with a passion for veterinary education.
You should hold a BVSc (or equivalent) that is registrable in Queensland.
Eligible candidates with the right to practice veterinary science outside Australia may obtain special registration as a veterinary surgeon or specialist for research or teaching roles at the University of Queensland, provided they have the relevant qualifications and experience (under the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1936, Section 19E). Veterinary Surgeons Act 1936.
The successful candidate may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks. It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.
Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.