Looking for a permanent Associate Vet role where good medicine, collaboration, and culture genuinely come first?
Want to work in a supportive hospital with strong diagnostic capability, visiting specialists, and room to grow clinically?

A client we are representing is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their newly refurbished Southside hospital on a permanent basis. This role suits a vet who enjoys being hands-on clinically, values teamwork, and wants long-term stability in a values-led environment.

🩺 The Role

As an Associate Veterinarian, you’ll manage a varied small animal caseload with the support of experienced colleagues and a broader hospital network.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Small animal consultations and case workups

• Routine and soft tissue surgery (experience dependent)

• Medical case management with in-depth diagnostic workups

• Use of in-house ultrasound, radiology, and internal lab services

• Collaboration with a visiting advanced orthopaedic surgeon for complex cases

• Clear client communication and continuity of care

• Contributing positively to a supportive team culture

There are no leadership or management expectations in this role, allowing you to focus on being a great clinician.

🏥 The Hospital & Network

• Newly refurbished, modern small animal hospital

• Part of a connected network of 13 hospitals, providing:

  • Case discussion and peer support across the group

  • Shared experience with complex or unusual cases

  • Internal referral pathways to minimise treatment disruption

• Clinical capabilities include:

  • Ultrasound

  • Radiology and internal laboratory services (including AI cytology reader)

  • Visiting advanced orthopaedic surgeon

  • In-depth medical and diagnostic workups

🌱 Culture, Development & Support

• Strong emphasis on culture, wellbeing, and teamwork

• Access to a CPD-approved internal conference

• Ongoing peer connection through internal vet networks

• Access to VIN

• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling support

• Structured support programs to ensure associates are well supported clinically

👩‍⚕️ About You

• Small animal veterinarian registered (or eligible) to practise in QLD

• Comfortable managing GP cases independently, with support when needed

• Interested in developing confidence in diagnostics and medical case work

• Team-oriented, communicative, and values-driven

• Aligned with a culture that prioritises quality care and collaboration

💼 What’s on Offer

• Permanent Associate Veterinarian position

• Supportive, well-structured hospital environment

• Strong diagnostic capability with visiting specialist support

• Access to internal collaboration and shared learning

• Competitive remuneration package reflective of experience

If you’re looking for a permanent Associate Vet role where you can build your career in a supportive, forward-thinking practice, I’d love to have a confidential chat.

📩 Heidi O’Connor
Global Veterinary Careers
📞 0426 957 024
✉️ heidi.oconnor@gvcvets.com