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Veterinary Operations Manager Senior Clinical Leadership | Business + People Development
Join an award-winning, family-owned group of three independent small animal hospitals in the Greater Springfield area – just 30 minutes from Brisbane.
At Greater Springfield Veterinary, our motto, ‘Excellence with Heart’ guides everything we do:
* Thoughtful, evidence-based medicine, supported by excellent facilities and ongoing education.
* Strong, trusting relationships with the people and pets we care for, and with each other.
* Outcomes that balance heart, practicality, and long-term sustainability.
* A workplace that supports people to perform at their best.
About the Role We are seeking an experienced veterinarian to step into the role of Veterinarian Operations Manager, a senior leadership position that equally values clinical expertise and business acumen. Working closely with the Veterinary Director and Practice Manager, you will help bridge day-to-day clinical operations with higher-level planning, financial awareness, and strategic decision-making. This role shapes how good medicine is practiced, how teams are supported, and how the hospital performs as a business. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who:
* Thinks critically about workflow, systems, sustainability and service delivery.
* Understands the connection between excellent patient care and business performance.
* Leads with calm, clarity, and confidence.
* Enjoys mentoring people while contributing to the bigger picture of hospital growth and stability.
Your Day-To-Day
* Support the Veterinary Director in clinical leadership, governance and complex decision-making.
* Provide senior clinical input on complex or escalated medical and surgical cases.
* Drive consistent, evidence-based clinical standards and quality improvement across the hospital.
* Mentor and support veterinarians, including new graduates and students, to build confidence and capability.
* Contribute clinical insight to hospital planning, including sustainability, capacity and growth.
* Help identify and address workflow pressure points, inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
* Collaborate with nursing leadership, customer care and management teams to support smooth daily operations.
* Participate in discussions around pricing, diagnostics utilisation, case acceptance and resource allocation.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
* ‘Employer of Choice’ accredited practice – recognising excellence in leadership.
* Competitive salary.
* Paid professional development leave and allowance.
* Paid CoVet (AI consult note-taking) subscription to reduce admin.
* Your own laptop and excellent clinical facilities.
* A dedicated Vet Coordinator to assist with estimates, procedure bookings, and specialist liaison.
* Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
And:
* Purpose Beyond the Consult Room. GS Vets promotes a culture of generosity, curiosity, and long-term thinking. We’re proudly home to Queensland’s first accredited carbon-neutral veterinary practice and donate 1% of turnover to environmental initiatives.
About You You’re an experienced small animal veterinarian who cares about doing things properly, and brings:
* BVSc, DVM or equivalent, with eligibility for QLD registration.
* 7+ years’ experience in small animal practice.
* A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.
* Confidence managing GP caseload.
* Experience mentoring veterinarians or supporting clinical teams.
* Strong communication skills.
* A genuine interest in improving systems, standards, and sustainability.
* Personal alignment with ‘Excellence with Heart’.
How to Apply: We’d love to hear from you.
Apply now via the below form, via email to recruitment@gsvets.com.au or call Victoria on 0401 527 622 for a quiet conversation.
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