Primary Care Veterinary Clinician

The University of Queensland; Gatton; On-site; AUD 107,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On campus childcare

Parental leave up to 26 weeks

Health and wellness discounts

Study for Staff program

Discount on Vets services

Job summary

The University of Queensland is seeking a Veterinary Clinician at the Gatton Veterinary Teaching Hospital to deliver high-quality, relationship-centred care for animals and clients while mentoring veterinary students and interns.

Join a collaborative team at the Gatton campus with opportunities to contribute to teaching and clinical leadership in a purpose-driven environment. This full-time, fixed-term role runs through to May 2027 with a competitive base salary plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent qualification registrable in Queensland.
• More than four years’ experience in general practice or emergency and critical care.
• Membership of ANZCVS or equivalent desirable with commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated commitment to relationship-centred veterinary care and teamwork across clinical and teaching environments.
• Proven ability to manage complex clinical cases and provide mentoring and clinical leadership to junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, relationship-centred clinical care to animal patients and their owners, independently managing both routine and complex veterinary cases.
• Participate in the management of primary care, urgent and emergency cases within the Small Animal Hospital.
• Actively contribute to clinical teaching, instruction and supervision of undergraduate veterinary science and veterinary technology students, as well as mentoring interns and junior clinicians.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, clinical leadership, and effective day-to-day hospital operations in alignment with University and professional standards.

Skills

Emergency care

Teaching & mentorship

Relationship-centred care

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork across clinical/teaching

Clinical leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent

Job description

• Full-time, fixed term position through to May 2027
• Base salary will be in the range $106,709 - $116,198 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)
• Join our Gatton Campus community – take a virtual tour!

• Full-time, fixed term position through to May 2027
• Base salary will be in the range $106,709 - $116,198 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)
• Join our Gatton Campus community – take a virtual tour!

About This Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and energetic Veterinary Clinician to join the UQ VETS Small Animal Hospital at the UQ Gatton Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Working within a collaborative, inquisitive and purpose-driven clinical environment, this role supports the delivery of high-quality, relationship-centred veterinary care while contributing to the education and mentoring of the next generation of veterinarians and veterinary technologists. As part of a visionary and supportive team, you will be challenged, inspired and rewarded while helping create meaningful change for animals, clients, students and the veterinary profession.

Key Responsibilities Will Include, But Not Limited To

• Provide high-quality, relationship-centred clinical care to animal patients and their owners, independently managing both routine and complex veterinary cases.
• Participate in the management of primary care, urgent and emergency cases within the Small Animal Hospital.
• Actively contribute to clinical teaching, instruction and supervision of undergraduate veterinary science and veterinary technology students, as well as mentoring interns and junior clinicians.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, clinical leadership, and effective day-to-day hospital operations in alignment with University and professional standards.

About UQ VETS

A career at UQ VETS means making a difference to not only the lives of the people and animals in your care, but also the next generation of vets and vet technicians. At UQ VETS, we offer the opportunity to build a dynamic career through structured development programs and access to industry leaders.

Instead of solely concentrating on meeting caseload benchmarks or revenue targets, your priorities lie in creating an impact, establishing a lasting impression on the field, and conducting work that brings about positive changes in the lives of animals.

Veterinary Teaching Hospital is an organisational unit within the School that includes all of the School’s outstanding clinical facilities. UQ VETS Equine Hospital is a largely referral-based hospital with advanced facilities and offers a 24-hour emergency medical and surgical service. UQ VETS Small Animal Hospital boasts the latest in veterinary medical and surgical diagnostic and treatment options for small animals, birds, exotic pets and wildlife, as well as a 7-day urgent and emergency care service. UQ staff also supervise clinical placements at the RSPCA’s Brisbane Animal Care Campus, Wacol.

In particular, the UQ VETS Small Animal Hospital values every animal and offers unrivalled medical, surgical and diagnostic services for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, small mammals and fish at our world‑class veterinary hospital in Gatton.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Free parking and intercampus bus.
• On campus childcare, medical clinic, and post office.
• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave.
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Health and wellness discounts: fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
• Career development opportunities: access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program.
• 25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services.
• Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility.

About You

You will bring professional expertise, enthusiasm for teaching, and a collaborative mindset to this role.

• A Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent qualification, registrable in Queensland.
• More than four years’ experience in general practice or emergency and critical care.
• Membership of ANZCVS or an equivalent qualification is desirable, with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated commitment to relationship-centred veterinary care and teamwork across clinical and teaching environments.
• Proven ability to manage complex clinical cases and provide mentoring and clinical leadership to junior staff.
• Strong commitment to teaching and training veterinary science and veterinary technology students.
• Sound knowledge of legislative, professional and workplace health and safety requirements relevant to veterinary practice in Queensland.
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication, teamwork and consultation skills, with the ability to represent the School to industry, government and the wider community.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, background checks, mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender‑based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [e-mail] or calling [phone].

Applications close Sunday 13 September at 11.00pm AEST (R-67313)