Surgical Internship

Veterinary Specialist Services Pty Ltd.; Brisbane; Presencial; AUD 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Veterinary Specialist Services Pty Ltd. invites applications for a 12-month Surgical Internship commencing January 2027 at our Underwood or Jindalee hospitals.

The program provides hands-on rotation among surgeons, residents and nursing teams to develop clinical and surgical skills in referral small animal surgery. The role targets individuals preparing for membership examinations or residency, with exposure to multidisciplinary case management, journal clubs and ongoing professional

Formación

• A degree in Veterinary Science or an equivalent qualification.
• Eligibility for veterinary registration in Queensland.
• Genuine interest in Small Animal Surgery and commitment to ongoing learning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing clinical needs.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient and client care.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Sound organisational and time-management skills.
• Previous experience in small animal general practice, emergency practice or a veterinary internship.
• Demonstrated interest or further education in Small Animal Surgery.
• Experience managing hospitalised or perioperative patients.
• Interest in preparing for membership examinations or pursuing residency training.
• Interest in clinical research, scientific writing or veterinary education.

Responsabilidades

• Supporting the assessment, investigation and management of surgical patients.
• Assisting with the ongoing and perioperative care of hospitalised patients, with some weekend and overnight work where applicable.
• Participating in surgical procedures under the guidance of our surgical team.
• Rotating between surgeons and gaining exposure to different clinical approaches.
• Developing surgical knowledge, technical skills and clinical reasoning.
• Communicating with clients and referring veterinary practices.
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive clinical records.
• Working collaboratively with specialists, residents, veterinarians, nurses and rotating interns.
• Participating in clinical rounds, journal clubs and educational seminars.
• Contributing positively to the daily operation of the Surgery service.
• Exploring opportunities to present at seminars or contribute to a scientific abstract or publication, where appropriate.

Educación

Veterinary degree

Eligibility for veterinary registration in Queensland

Descripción del empleo

Location: Open to Discussion and Negotiation

Job Category: Intern

Veterinary Specialist Services is an established Small Animal referral practice in South East Queensland. We have hospitals at Carrara, Jindalee, and Underwood. We are striving to create an environment where people can do their best work. Our teams are very passionate about delivering patient care and support each other to do it. We have a very diverse skill set and can offer just about all specialities, diagnostic modalities, and therapies across our practice group. We have residency training programs for vets, in house training programs for nurses and internships where many of our interns have progressed to become registered Specialists. We are involved in the industry with wide participation in professional groups, universities, continuing education courses and we run our own annual conference.

Job Description

We are offering a 12-month, full-time Surgical Internship commencing in January 2027 at our Underwood or Jindalee hospital.

This structured training position is designed to prepare the successful intern for the next stage of their career, whether that is in general practice, advanced clinical practice, residency training or specialist small animal surgery.

You will work under the guidance of our surgical specialists and alongside residents, veterinarians and highly skilled nursing teams. The position includes rotations between our surgeons, providing valuable one-on-one time with different members of the surgical team and exposure to a broad range of surgical cases and approaches.

You will work alongside our cohort of rotating interns and gain experience in both the clinical and client-facing aspects of referral surgery. The position may particularly suit someone preparing for membership examinations or intending to apply for a residency; however, applicants with a genuine interest in Small Animal Surgery are encouraged to apply.

Our Underwood and Jindalee hospitals are home to specialists and clinicians across a range of disciplines. This provides opportunities to participate in multidisciplinary case management and develop a broader understanding of referral veterinary practice.

Your responsibilities and learning opportunities will include:

• Supporting the assessment, investigation and management of surgical patients
• Assisting with the ongoing and perioperative care of hospitalised patients, with some weekend and overnight work where applicable.
• Participating in surgical procedures under the guidance of our surgical team
• Rotating between surgeons and gaining exposure to different clinical approaches
• Developing surgical knowledge, technical skills and clinical reasoning
• Communicating with clients and referring veterinary practices
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive clinical records
• Working collaboratively with specialists, residents, veterinarians, nurses and rotating interns
• Participating in clinical rounds, journal clubs and educational seminars
• Contributing positively to the daily operation of the Surgery service
• Exploring opportunities to present at seminars or contribute to a scientific abstract or publication, where appropriate

Why You’ll Love It Here

Diverse and Interesting Cases

Develop your skills through exposure to a varied surgical caseload within a busy specialist referral hospital.

Work closely with our surgical specialists and gain one-on-one exposure to different surgeons, clinical approaches and case-management styles.

Be part of a multidisciplinary hospital where specialists, veterinarians, nurses and support teams work together to provide excellent patient care.

Build a strong foundation for a future in general practice, advanced clinical practice, membership examinations, residency training or specialist surgery.

Participate in clinical rounds, journal clubs, seminars and other professional development opportunities.

Desired Skills and Experience

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Veterinary Science or an equivalent qualification
• Eligibility for veterinary registration in Queensland
• A genuine interest in Small Animal Surgery and commitment to ongoing learning
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing clinical needs
• A commitment to delivering high-quality patient and client care
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound organisational and time-management skills
• Previous experience in small animal general practice, emergency practice or a veterinary internship
• Demonstrated interest or further education in Small Animal Surgery
• Experience managing hospitalised or perioperative patients
• An interest in preparing for membership examinations or pursuing residency training
• An interest in clinical research, scientific writing or veterinary education

You’re the kind of person who:

• Is enthusiastic about learning and developing their surgical knowledge and skills
• Approaches patients, clients and colleagues with compassion and professionalism
• Communicates openly and works collaboratively
• Is organised, dependable and able to manage competing priorities
• Takes initiative and actively seeks feedback
• Remains calm, adaptable and flexible in a busy clinical environment
• Contributes positively to a supportive workplace culture

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