Small Animal Associate Veterinarian Job, Howard, Queensland, Australia

The Vet Service • Full-time • Howard, Queensland, Australia • 3d ago

Job Description: Our client is seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to take ownership of a growing companion animal service in a regional setting. This role offers a rare opportunity to work with a high degree of clinical independence while being supported by an established wider veterinary team. The position is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys building strong client relationships and wants to play a key role in expanding a local clinic’s footprint.

The role is primarily based in Howard, where the service is ready to grow from limited opening days into a full-time offering. The successful veterinarian will manage a companion animal caseload with scope to broaden clinical services over time, including surgical work, while maintaining the ability to collaborate with colleagues and refer cases when required. Flexible working arrangements allow the role to be shaped around personal preferences and long-term goals.

In this position, your responsibilities will include:

Providing sole-charge companion animal veterinary care with confidence and autonomy
Developing client relationships and supporting the growth of local services
Managing consultations, diagnostics, and routine surgical procedures
Maintaining high clinical standards and continuity of care
Collaborating with colleagues across associated clinics when needed

Package:

Flexible full-time or part-time working arrangements
No after-hours or on-call commitments
Clinical autonomy supported by access to referral pathways
Professional development supported through funded learning opportunities
Study leave provided to support ongoing skill development
Membership and subscription allowances included
Wellbeing initiatives designed to support balance and sustainability
Supportive team culture with access to broader clinical resources
A role offering independence with long-term career stability

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