Veterinarian Emergency & Critical Care (JCUVet Australia) – ECC, Referral & GP Teaching Hospital

Veterinarian Emergency & Critical Care (JCU Australia) – Veterinarian

Are you dreading another British winter? Have you always wanted to see kangaroos or snorkel the Great Barrier Reef?

 Are you a GP vet looking for a gateway into ECC, or an experienced ECC vet looking for a new challenge in a tropical climate?

 Well at JCU Vet, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

 Situated in sunny Townsville, North Queensland, JCU Vet is a unique clinic, comprised of ECC, Referral and GP departments. We are also a teaching hospital, which means you’ll have the opportunity to mentor and work alongside veterinary students, helping to develop the future generations of our profession. With multiple specialties under one roof, including surgery, internal medicine, anaesthesia and critical care, you’ll have access to an exceptional network of experts to support your ongoing professional development. Whether you’re looking to deepen your skills or explore new areas of veterinary care, our collaborative environment ensures you’ll always be learning and growing.

 About Townsville:

Townsville, with its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, ancient rainforests, and stunning beaches, offers the perfect balance of urban convenience and regional charm. The city boasts a warm, welcoming community, excellent dining, a world-class stadium, and easy access to Cairns, the Whitsundays, and other iconic Queensland destinations.

Townsville is home to the unique Museum of Underwater Art, offering unforgettable diving experiences and the beautiful Magnetic Island (and it's population of wild koalas) right on the doorstep.

The region is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for hiking, snorkelling, and exploring Australia’s natural beauty, ensuring there is always plenty to explore on your days off!

For families, Townsville provides top-quality public and private schools, along with a variety of family-focused events and sporting activities. Whether you prefer inner-city living or acreage with plenty of space for the family, pets, and a pool, Townsville offers a range of lifestyle options.

 About the role:

It’s hard to find a role which can transition you into ECC, and where you feel truly supported.  At JCU Vet, there will always be someone to back you and senior clinicians and specialists you can call for advice. 

Your roster will enable you to work under the guidance of our ECC Specialist, Team Leaders and Senior Clinicians to further develop your skills and knowledge.  We will upskill you through tutorials and mentored training within your work hours. 

Initially, you’ll work closely with senior clinicians to build skills and confidence, progressing to hospital shifts with an increased caseload as you advance.

We have carefully structured this role to balance day, night and swing shifts on a lifestyle roster which provides ample diversity, and with input from our team.  Shifts involve a combination of hospital and consulting shifts. Recovery time is factored in, and this leaves plenty of time for travelling or exploring the great outdoors in this extraordinary part of Australia!

If you are ready to transition into ECC, improve your existing ECC skills, or simply grasp this exciting opportunity to explore a truly breathtaking part of the world, we would like to offer you:

• Salary: AUD $128K-$167k, commensurate with experience Leave: 5 weeks of annual leave and 1 week of paid study leave CPD - AUD $2500 annually to support external Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Structured Roster: Balanced shifts with recovery time for a healthy work-life balance Relocation Assistance: Available for intrastate, interstate and international candidates A Collaborative Culture: Work in a multidisciplinary, learning-focused hospital with a close-knit, passionate team. Mentoring and teaching opportunities in a friendly supportive environment RECOVER training and access to internal JCU CPD training events Access to the JCU Fitness Passport for well-being and fitness Employee discounts on veterinary services

If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to explore further, please contact us for a confidential discussion or send your application to veterinarycareers@jcu.edu.au

Visit www.jcuvet.com.au to learn more about our team, our values, and the incredible opportunities with JCU Vet.