Veterinarian – Emergency and Critical Care (ECC)

The Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian is responsible for providing excellence in general practice veterinary clinical services to small animals and excellence in teaching to final year JCU veterinary students. The role promotes and maintains animal health by diagnosing and treating diseases and injury and attending to traumatic injuries and critical illnesses, determining the best treatment and advising and building relationships with clients in a general practice setting.

Working under a balanced roster of day, night, and swing shifts, you’ll enjoy structured recovery time, letting you recharge!

About JCU Vet

JCUVet is North Queensland’s only veterinary teaching hospital, referral, and specialist centre. We offer 24/7 emergency and critical care services, advanced diagnostics, and expert care for complex medical cases. As a university teaching hospital, we also play a vital role in shaping the future of veterinary care in Australia.

At JCUVet, you’ll be part of a team that includes ECC, referral, and general practice services, all under one roof. We offer a work environment where clinicians and specialists collaborate closely, ensuring that patient care is of the highest quality while also preventing the isolation that can come with handling emergency situations alone.

You’ll work closely with specialists in surgery, internal medicine, critical care, and anaesthesia and the teams are available to discuss cases and provide structured and unstructured learning opportunities.

As a teaching hospital, we provide a unique opportunity for you to mentor the next generation of veterinarians.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for an experienced Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian to join our team on a permanent full-time basis.

• At least three years of general practice experience, or two years’ experience in Emergency & Critical Care.
• A passion for mentorship, collaboration, teaching and advancing veterinary care in a supportive environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive above award salary – $129K-$183k (commensurate with experience)
• 5 weeks of annual leave PLUS 1 week of paid study leave
• Up to 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• $2500 annual allowance to support external Continuing Professional Development
• Access to Fitness Passport, Employee discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Work-life balance – Enjoy a roster designed to support your work-life balance!
• State -of-the-art facility – Have access to cutting-edge equipment.

Ready to join us?

If you are excited about the prospect of advancing your career, contributing to a positive workplace culture, and truly feeling valued we want to hear from you!

JCUVet is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitable applicants. This position requires Australian work rights. Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a valid visa with permission to work.

Send your resume + cover letter to: veterinarycareers@jcu.edu.au or apply below.