Veterinary Surgeon

Virginia Family Vet; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Family Vet in Queensland is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a full-time fixed-term contract starting November 2026. This role suits a veterinarian with 1–2 years' experience who wants to further develop clinical skills within a supportive, collaborative team.

You will join a well-equipped clinic focused on high-quality patient care and Fear Free principles, with access to modern facilities and opportunities to pursue clinical interests with experienced colleagues.

Qualifications

• Must be registered to practise in Queensland (QLD).
• 1–2 years' experience in small animal general practice preferred.
• Confident and compassionate with clients and their pets.
• Team player with collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied GP caseload with approximately 2 surgery days per week.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in line with Fear Free principles.
• Collaborate with a team of 5 veterinarians and 5 nurses to support clients and pets.
• Contribute to practice development and clinical learning.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Fear Free

Patient Care

Small animal GP

QLD registration

Clinical skills development

Education

DVM/BVSc (Australia)

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Fixed-Term Contract

Virginia, QLD | Full-time | No after-hours | 1 in 4 Saturday mornings | Supportive team environment

Virginia Family Vet is looking for a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team on a full-time fixed-term contract commencing November 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinarian with 1–2 years of experience who is looking to continue developing their clinical skills within a supportive and collaborative team. You’ll be joining a well-established practice with a strong focus on high-quality patient care, Fear Free principles and creating a positive experience for pets, clients and our team.

About Our Clinic

Virginia Family Vet is a purpose-built small animal veterinary practice with a team of 5 veterinarians and 5 nurses. You’ll be supported by an experienced and collaborative team with a range of clinical interests, including dentistry, behaviour, physiotherapy and ultrasound.

Our clinic has been thoughtfully designed to support both our patients and our veterinary team, with dedicated facilities and equipment including:

• 6 Fear Free consult rooms, including 2 dedicated cat consult rooms and 4 dog consult rooms
• 2 dedicated surgery rooms
• Digital X-ray
• In-house laboratory
• Orthopaedic equipment
• Separate cat and dog wards
• Isolation ward
• EzyVet practice management software
• On-site staff parking

You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a varied GP caseload with approximately 2 surgery days per week, alongside a team that values collaboration, professional development and delivering excellent patient care.

About You

• A qualified veterinarian registered to practice in Queensland
• Ideally 1–2 years’ experience in small animal general practice
• A confident and compassionate communicator who enjoys building relationships with clients and their pets
• A team player who enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to a positive team culture
• Passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centred veterinary care
• Keen to continue developing your clinical skills and areas of interest
• A veterinarian who values Fear Free and low-stress approaches to patient careSupportive team of 5 vets and 5 nurses
• Access to modern, purpose-built facilities and excellent equipment
• Opportunity to develop your clinical interests with support from an experienced team
• Access to VetPartners’ broader professional development, CPD and career opportunities