ECC Specialty Internship

Small Animal Specialist Hospital; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Small Animal Specialist Hospital – Robina QLD is offering a 12-month Specialty Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Internship at our multidisciplinary referral hospital on the Gold Coast. The program is designed to develop knowledge, clinical skills and confidence in emergency medicine within a supportive learning environment.

You will work alongside experienced ER clinicians and ECC specialists, gaining exposure to a varied caseload and opportunities to participate in journal clubs and clinical

Qualifications

• Completion of a rotating internship or a minimum of 2 years clinical practice.
• Current registration or ability to register with the Queensland Veterinary Surgeons Board.
• Strong interest in emergency medicine and critical care.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside ER clinicians and ECC specialists to manage emergency cases.
• Gain exposure to a diverse caseload including critically ill patients.
• Participate in journal club and didactic teaching sessions.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Critical care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Professional development

Education

Veterinary degree (DVM/BVSc)

Job description

Small Animal Specialist Hospital – Robina QLD

Are you looking to further refine your Veterinary skills and knowledge in emergency and critical care, or move towards specialisation? SASH Gold Coast is excited to offer a 12-month ECC Specialty Internship for the right candidate

About SASH:

The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) is the largest, privately owned network of veterinary hospitals in the Southern Hemisphere, offering multi-disciplinary specialist and emergency services across multiple locations in New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland. At SASH, we are committed to providing exceptional care and service to pets, their families, and the veterinary community. This is an exciting chance for you to be part of the next group of Interns in our new, purpose-built hospital, SASH Gold Coast.

The Internship:

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic veterinarian to join our team for a 12-month Specialty Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Internship at our multidisciplinary veterinary referral hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian looking to develop your knowledge, clinical skills and confidence in emergency medicine and critical care within a supportive, collaborative and learning-focused environment.

Working alongside experienced ER clinicians and ECC specialists in addition to our wonderful, highly skilled nursing team including ECC specialist nurses, you will gain exposure to a diverse and challenging caseload, including emergency presentations, complex medical cases and critically ill patients.

Our hospital embraces a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, with close collaboration between Emergency and Critical Care and other specialty services. You will have the opportunity to learn from different disciplines, contribute to shared clinical decision-making and appreciate the value of an integrated approach to patient management.

SASH Gold Coast offers a state-of-the-art facility with purpose-built emergency room and intensive care unit, in addition to viscoelastic testing, high-quality point-of-care ultrasound, an on-site blood bank, and multiple Servo mechanical ventilators.

Interns will have the opportunity to be certified as recover rescuers as we have three Recover certified CPR instructors on our team. Clinical shifts will be roughly split 50/50 between our emergency room and our intensive care unit.

Sole charge is not required as part of this program. You will, however, be encouraged to have primary case responsibility to maximize learning and growth during the program. You will also be able to participate in journal club and other didactic opportunities offered both onsite and across the SASH network. This is a full-time, 12-month position with an expected start date early 2026.

What Makes This Opportunity Special?

• A genuinely collaborative culture: Work alongside a team that values communication, teamwork, mutual respect and shared learning.
• Multidisciplinary exposure: Learn from a diverse range of veterinary specialists and develop a broader understanding of complex patient care.
• Structured clinical development: Build your knowledge and practical skills through hands-on experience, case discussions and clinical teaching.
• Supportive mentorship: Learn from experienced clinicians who are invested in your professional development.
• A varied and engaging caseload: Develop experience in the assessment, stabilisation and ongoing management of emergency and critically ill patients.
• A strong team environment: Be part of a hospital where collaboration, curiosity and a commitment to high-quality patient care are valued.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for a veterinarian who is passionate about emergency and critical care, eager to learn and committed to providing excellent patient care.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong interest in emergency medicine and critical care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary team.
• A willingness to seek guidance, share knowledge and learn from others.
• Resilience, adaptability and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Completion of a rotating internship or a minimum of 2‑years clinical practice experience.
• Previous experience in emergency practice will be viewed favourably, but enthusiasm, a strong work ethic and a desire to develop are equally important.
• Current registration or ability to register with the Queensland Veterinary Surgeons Board.