* Full-time permanent position
* Base salary will be in the range $100,554.28 - $109,496.46 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
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About This Opportunity
We are seeking a passionate and highly motivated Primary Care Clinician (Avian, Exotics & Wildlife) to join our dynamic Primary Care team and contribute to the advancement of the veterinary profession through clinical teaching at the UQ Vets Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Reporting to the Primary Care Service Lead, this position is based at the UQ Vets Small Animal Hospital on the Gatton campus. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, relationship-centred veterinary care to avian, exotic, and wildlife patients, while also supporting routine and emergency care for canine and feline patients as part of the broader Primary Care Service.
In addition to delivering excellence in clinical care, the role involves active participation in the clinical teaching and supervision of undergraduate veterinary science and veterinary technology students, along with the training and mentoring of interns and junior clinicians.
Key responsibilities will include:
o Clinical Care and Leadership – Deliver high-quality, relationship-centred care to avian, exotic, wildlife (as required), and small animal patients; independently manage complex cases and provide mentoring and clinical leadership to junior staff.
o Teaching and Supervision – Actively participate in the clinical training of undergraduate and postgraduate students, interns, and residents, while continuing to develop teaching capability.
o Professional and Community Engagement – Promote and strengthen the School’s relationships with industry, government, professional bodies, and the broader community, and engage in continuing education for professional development.
o Service Improvement – Identify and contribute to initiatives that enhance clinical service delivery and support the continuous improvement of hospital operations.
o Operational and Business Support – Assist in daily clinical service operations, uphold sound business management practices, and carry out other duties as directed by senior leadership.
About UQ VETS
A career at UQ VETS means making a difference to not only the lives of the people and animals in your care, but also the next generation of vets and vet technicians. At UQ VETS, we offer the opportunity to build a dynamic career through structured development programs and access to industry leaders.
Instead of solely concentrating on meeting caseload benchmarks or revenue targets, your priorities lie in creating an impact, establishing a lasting impression on the field, and conducting work that brings about positive changes in the lives of animals.
In particular, the UQ VETS Small Animal Hospital values every animal and offers unrivalled medical, surgical and diagnostic services for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, small mammals and fish at our world-class veterinary hospital in Gatton. You can take a virtual tour of our Small Animal Hospital here .
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
o Free parking and intercampus bus
o On campus childcare, medical clinic, and post office
o 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
o 17% superannuation contributions
o 17.5% annual leave loading
o 25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services
o Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility
o Volunteer in our community garden
About You
o A Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent, registrable in Queensland
o Relevant experience of four or more years in a general or specialist practice with a focus on avian and exotic patients and/or Award of membership of ANZCVS in an area relevant to avian, exotic and wildlife care
o Demonstrated relationship-centred approach to veterinary care, with a commitment to developing genuine partnerships with the entire healthcare team, including the client
o Demonstrated accountability and a proactive attitude with the enthusiasm and drive to identify and contribute to improvements within the Small Animal Hospital
o Commitment and enthusiasm for the education of Veterinary Science and Veterinary Technology students
o Capacity to serve as an excellent clinical veterinary role model
o An understanding and knowledge of relevant legislative and professional requirements relating to veterinary practice in QLD and to veterinary health and safety requirements
o Ability to establish effective professional relationships and to represent the School of Veterinary Science to the university and wider community, including industry, government and professional bodies
o Demonstrated effective interpersonal, teamwork, negotiation and consultation skills and formal written and oral communication skills
Vaccinations and Immunisation
It is a condition of employment for this role that if you are required now or in the future, to work or interact in Queensland Health clinical facility; or in an equivalent clinical health facility; or health care role; or will be required to perform work tasks that put you at risk of exposure to vaccine-preventable disease you are required to be immunised against, and remain immunised against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs) in accordance with the University’s Vaccinations and Immunisation Guidelines (PPL 2.60.08). The employee is required to provide evidence of immunisation against VPDs
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, mandatory immunisations.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Danielle Hindmarsh at d.hindmarsh@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
o Resume
o A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section
Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au .
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
Applications close 14 July 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-52534).
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