Emergency & Urgent Care Veterinarian (Gatton based)

2 weeks ago

Gatton, Queensland, Australia The University of Queensland Full time

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About This Opportunity

Are you ready to make a real impact in veterinary emergency care while shaping the next generation of clinicians?

As an Emergency Veterinary Clinician at UQ VETS Small Animal Hospital, you'll deliver high-quality, relationship-centred care to small animal patients in a dynamic teaching environment. Based at our Gatton campus, you'll lead afterhours and weekend clinical services, manage complex cases, and mentor junior staff and students. This role blends clinical excellence with teaching and leadership, offering a unique opportunity to influence both patient outcomes and veterinary education.

Key Responsibilities
  • Independently manage complex and urgent small animal cases.
  • Lead afterhours shifts and supervise nursing and technical teams.
  • Mentor interns and junior clinicians in clinical decision-making.
  • Actively contribute to clinical teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  • Foster continuous improvement within the hospital environment.
About You
  • BVSc (or equivalent) that is registrable in Queensland.
  • Experience in emergency and critical care, with a willingness to engage in teaching and leadership within a teaching hospital.
Special Registration
  • 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.
What We Offer
  • 17% superannuation and 17.5% leave loading
  • Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship (if eligible)
  • Generous parental leave and flexible work arrangements
  • Staff discounts across retail, fitness, health, and travel
  • On-campus facilities such as childcare, healthcare services, and UQ Sport gyms
Additional Information
  • Background checks including criminal history and education checks may be required.
  • Evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine-preventable diseases may be required.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package.

Applications close September 26, 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-54068).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Donna Parker at 07 5351 5048 or donna.parker@uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number in the subject line.

All applicants must upload the following documents: Cover letter and Resume.

UQ is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and to attracting, retaining and promoting a diverse workforce. Accessibility requirements and adjustments can be directed to talent@uq.edu.au.

Applications will be reviewed as received. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close the application process early.


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