Surgery Internship

Small Animal Specialist Hospital (Sash); Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package above award

Continuing education allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts and social events

Supportive team

Job summary

SASH Western Sydney is offering a Surgery Internship to work with a team of specialist surgeons and registrars in a state-of-the-art facility. The internship focuses on orthopaedic and soft tissue cases, with access to top radiology and anaesthesia support, and opportunities to join sports medicine and rehabilitation services.

The 12-month program prepares candidates for residency in small animal surgery, with potential extension to 18 months and a pathway toward ANZCVS membership, client

Qualifications

• Have completed a rotating internship.
• Eligible to register as a veterinarian in NSW.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential.
• Interest in pursuing a career in specialist small animal surgery.

Responsibilities

• Mentored for 12 months by specialist surgeons and Registrars in diagnosis, surgical treatment and post-operative care.
• Involved in daily rounds and client communication.
• Opportunity to extend to 18 months and undertake guided clinical research.

Skills

Motivated for surgery

Communication skills

Stakeholder liaison

Problem solving

Flexibility

Time management

Work ethic

Education

Veterinary degree enabling registration in NSW

Job description

Surgery Internship - SASH Western Sydney

• Work in a state of the art, purpose-built hospital
• Learn from world class surgeons
• A huge team to support your learning and development

About SASH: At SASH (Small Animal Specialist Hospital), we believe the highest standards of veterinary care are achieved when clinical excellence is delivered by compassionate, motivated people in a caring and supportive environment. Inspired by the special bond between animals and their families, we’re here to help pets live their best lives.

The Surgery Internship: You will be mentored for a 12-month period assisting a team of specialist surgeons and Registrars with diagnosis, surgical treatment, and post-operative care of surgical patients. SASH sees a broad range of Orthopaedic and Soft tissue cases. Imaging is of the highest standard with digital radiology, MRI, CT scanner, Xray and Ultrasound all readily available. You will be further supported by the largest on-site radiology and anaesthesia teams in the country. Our sports medicine and rehabilitation department has also rapidly expanded. You will work closely with a Sports Medicine Specialist, as well as a number of rehabilitation therapists, assisting with access to laser and hydrotherapy tank treatments.

The internship has been structured to prepare you for a residency in small animal surgery. The program will run for 12 months with the option of extending to 18 months, allowing adequate time to complete guided project(s) in the hospital’s clinical research areas. The findings of such research will be presented at a scientific meeting and published in a peer-reviewed journal. You will play a pivotal role in daily rounds and client communication. Assistance in preparation towards membership of the ANZCVS is also available.

Key skills for this role include:

• Highly motivated to pursue a career in specialist small animal surgery
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to liaise with many different stakeholders
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Have a flexible approach to issues
• Effective time management and organisational skills
• Strong work ethic and commitment to the culture and values of SASH

To be successful in this position you will:

• Have completed a rotating internship
• Have a veterinary degree enabling you to register as a veterinarian in NSW

What we can offer you: You will be joining a team that is truly committed to helping you excel in your career. You will experience a truly collaborative team environment, setting you up to be a prime candidate for international residency programs!

• Newly Revised Salary package, well above the award!
• A great learning environment in a team that loves to share knowledge and experience.
• Supportive team
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education allowance
• Staff discounts and social events

Applications close 18 November 2026