Small Animal Surgery Resident

Small Animal Specialist Hospital (Sash); Sydney; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Latest technology and equipment

Collaborative specialist team

Job summary

Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) Alexandria in Sydney invites veterinarians to join a three-year Small Animal Surgery Residency. This ECVS-accredited program offers advanced surgical training in a large, multidisciplinary referral hospital.

Under supervision by expert surgeons, residents develop surgical techniques, case management and perioperative care, while engaging in multidisciplinary case discussions and advanced imaging.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year rotating internship (or equivalent).
• At least two years of practical clinical experience.
• Good knowledge of English, spoken and written.
• Desirable: publications in peer‑reviewed journals and postgraduate qualifications in small animal surgery.
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 clinical setting, including night and weekend roster.

Responsibilities

• Undertake advanced surgical training within a collaborative hospital.
• Develop surgical assessment, case management and perioperative care expertise.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and patient management.
• Work towards ECVS training requirements and credentialing for specialist examination.

Skills

Humility

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Resilience

Commitment to patient and client care

Job description

• 36-month residency commencing March 2027
• Access the latest technology and equipment
• Work alongside some of the industry's best specialists!

Small Animal Surgery Residency

SASH Alexandria | Sydney, Australia

A three-year specialist training program accredited by the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS).

Take the next step towards a career in specialist veterinary surgery.

SASH Alexandria is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated veterinarian to join our team as a Small Animal Surgery Resident in our three-year ECVS-accredited residency program.

This is an exciting opportunity to undertake advanced surgical training within a collaborative, multidisciplinary referral hospital, working alongside an experienced and large team committed to clinical excellence and hospital culture.

Why SASH Alexandria?

At SASH Alexandria, you will train in a dynamic referral environment with access to a range of specialist services, advanced diagnostic imaging and modern clinical facilities.

Our hospital brings together an excellent client services, nursing and admin team as well as a group of six specialist surgeons as well as specialists in internal medicine, critical care and emergency medicine, neurology, dermatology, oncology, diagnostic imaging, theriogenology and anaesthesia.

Some features of our hospital:

• Advanced imaging: Computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), diagnostic ultrasound as well fluoroscopy to support advanced diagnostic and surgical procedures.
• Multidisciplinary expertise: Close collaboration with specialists across a broad range of veterinary disciplines.
• Complex referral and emergency caseload: Exposure to challenging surgical presentations and comprehensive perioperative patient management.

The Residency Program

The three-year residency is designed to develop the clinical knowledge, surgical skills and professional capabilities required for a career as a specialist small animal surgeon.

Working under the supervision and mentorship of experienced specialist surgeons, the successful candidate will progressively develop expertise in surgical assessment, case management, operative techniques and postoperative care.

The program offers the opportunity to:

• Gain experience managing a diverse and challenging surgical caseload.
• Develop advanced surgical and technical knowledge and skills under specialist supervision.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and collaborative patient management.
• Build expertise in perioperative care, clinical decision-making and the management of complex surgical patients.
• Work towards the training requirements of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS).

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a veterinarian who is passionate about small animal surgery and committed to the rigour of residency training.

We’re looking for someone with the following:

• Humility.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism, resilience and a commitment to exceptional patient and client care.
• A recognition of the demands of a residency program and a commitment to developing the required advanced surgical knowledge and technical proficiency to credential for specialist examination.

To be considered for the position, we require:

• Completion of a one-year rotating internship (or equivalent)
• At least two years of practical clinical experience
• Good knowledge of English, spoken and written
• Desirable: publications in peer-reviewed journals and academic or recognised postgraduate qualifications in small animal surgery
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 clinical setting, including being part of a night and weekend roster

This position will commence in March 2027.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview. With interviews expected to take place in December.

Join our Team

A residency at SASH Alexandria offers the opportunity to learn within a highly collaborative specialist environment, supported by an experienced surgical team, advanced hospital infrastructure and a broad network of veterinary specialists.

If you are ready to challenge yourself, develop your surgical expertise and take the next step towards specialist practice, we would love to hear from you.

Applications close 30 November 2026

To Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae (up to date)
• Cover Letter
• Two reference letters/referee contact information
• Certificates (veterinary degree, internship, postgraduate or professional qualifications)
• Veterinary licensing documentation (if available)

Please note that only two documents can be uploaded through the application portal. We recommend attaching your reference letters and certifications to the end of your CV before submitting your application.