ECC Development Program - AEC Woolloongabba

Animal Referral Hospital; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care facility in Brisbane is seeking motivated veterinarians for a permanent position with a structured 12-month training program in Emergency and Critical Care. Candidates should have at least 12 months of experience in general practice, demonstrating commitment to high-quality patient care, strong organizational and communication skills. The role includes 64 hours of work every fortnight on a rotating roster with dedicated mentorship. Start is expected in early 2026.

Benefits

Protected education time and funded CPD

Free AVA or Vet Board registration

Access to wellbeing programs and mental health support

Employee discounts across the Greencross network

Qualifications

• Completion of at least 12 months of post-graduate general practice experience.
• Confidence in consultations and basic surgical skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Work 64 hours per fortnight on a rotating roster.
• Participate in shadow shifts and Wet-Prac’s.
• Engage in a structured mentorship program.

Skills

High-quality patient care

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary registration in Australia

Job description

Company Description

Permanent Position | Structured 12-Month Training Program

An exciting opportunity awaits veterinarians ready to take their next step into Emergency and Critical Care.

AEC Woolloongabba is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art emergency and critical care hospital in central Brisbane. The facility has been designed with space, flow, and learning in mind, creating the ideal environment for vets looking to advance their ECC skills in a structured, supportive setting.

Hospital Features

• Ten modern consult rooms
• Three fully equipped surgical theatres
• A purpose-built ICU ward
• Advanced diagnostic imaging, including CT, X-ray, ultrasound, and endoscopy
• In-house laboratory
• Dedicated dental suite
• Spacious waiting area for clients with a tea and coffee station
• Ample on-site parking

The Program

This is a permanent full-time position with a structured 12-month training program in Emergency and Critical Care. You will be employed as an ECC Veterinarian from day one, receiving intensive mentorship and guided learning throughout your first year.

You will be fully supported by experienced emergency clinicians while building strong foundations in triage, stabilisation, surgery, anaesthesia, imaging, and case management.

As part of the program, you will:

• Work 64 hours per fortnight on a rotating roster under the supervision of senior ECC vets
• Receive 12 hours of paid, protected education time per fortnight
• Complete AEC induction modules for recent graduates
• Participate in shadow shifts to understand hospital and shift management
• Take part in Wet-Prac’s and network-wide educational sessions
• Attend the annual Greencross Clinical Conference

Who We Are Looking For

This program is designed specifically for veterinarians who have completed at least 12 months of post-graduate general practice experience.

That first year in general practice gives you the foundation you need to succeed in ECC: confidence in consultations, basic surgical skills, time management, and client communication. It means you have seen enough to know how you think, how you work under pressure, and how to keep calm when the unexpected happens.

If you have reached that stage and are ready for a steep but rewarding learning curve, this program is for you.

We are seeking motivated, curious veterinarians who:

• Are committed to delivering high-quality patient care
• Have strong organisational and communication skills
• Are flexible with rostering and eager to embrace a structured training schedule
• Hold (or are eligible for) veterinary registration in Australia

Start date :

Early 2026

Why Join AEC Woolloongabba and Greencross

• Permanent employment with a clear 12-month structured training pathway
• Protected education time and funded CPD
• Free AVA or Vet Board registration and VIN membership
• Access to wellbeing programs and mental health support
• Employee discounts across the Greencross network
• Ongoing ECC career pathways within AEC, ARH, and Greencross

If you are ready to take your general practice experience to the next level and immerse yourself in emergency and critical care, we would love to hear from you.