Veterinarian

🐾 We’re Hiring – Veterinarians for our Wacol Domestic Hospital!

At RSPCA Queensland, we see animals when they’re most vulnerable. Our veterinarians help them recover from illness or injury, give them a chance at a new home and, when recovery isn’t possible, make compassionate decisions about their future care.

The work takes sound clinical judgement, resilience and a team you can lean on. It’s an opportunity to practice veterinary medicine with animal welfare at the heart of your decisions and to see what that means for the animals in your care, from easing their pain to helping them take the next step towards rehoming.

Current Opportunities

We’re looking for two experienced veterinarians to join our team:

• 1 x Casual (approx. 15.2 hours per week, operational support and leave cover)
• 1 x Fixed-term, Part-time (approx. 22.8 hours per week, parental leave cover)

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a confident, compassionate veterinarian who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings strong clinical judgement to every case. You’re someone who works calmly under pressure, communicates clearly with both teams and clients and is committed to delivering high-quality, welfare-focused care to every animal who walks through our doors.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality medical and surgical care to animals presented through our hospital, Inspectorate, and community programs.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for all patients, ensuring compliance with welfare legislation and RSPCA policies.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage disease control and herd health across shelter and hospital populations.
• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship to veterinary nurses, students, and support staff.
• Assess and provide expert opinions or court evidence for animals involved in cruelty or neglect cases.
• Perform a variety of surgical procedures, including high-volume desexing, diagnostics, and emergency care.
• Collaborate closely with Animal Care, Inspectorate, and Community Outreach teams to achieve positive welfare outcomes.
• Contribute to staff education, training, and community engagement events that promote animal health and welfare.
• Uphold RSPCA’s values, Code of Conduct, and commitment to safety, compassion, and respect in all work.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

• Minimum of 2 – 5 years’ experience working as a veterinarian (shelter or clinical setting).
• Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or Australian-recognised equivalent).
• Proven experience in medical, surgical, or emergency care (welfare or shelter experience a bonus).
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills with a calm, pragmatic approach.
• Can stay calm, think fast, and make sound clinical calls under pressure.
• Clear, confident communication – written, verbal, and when required, in court or media settings.
• Genuine empathy and resilience to manage both the rewards and challenges of shelter medicine.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to support, guide, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and record-keeping.
• Physical capability to perform manual handling tasks (up to 10kg).

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Support: Enjoy 8 weeks of paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, study leave, and even leave for your furry companions. We also provide access to counselling and mental health services.
• Employee Perks: From free on-site parking to exclusive discounts, novated leases, free pet vaccines, and 50% off Royal Canin pet food, we’ve got you covered! You can also adopt a new furry friend with free adoption options.
• Professional Growth: Access expansive learning and development programs to help you elevate your career and skill set.
• Purpose-Driven Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organisation where every task makes a tangible difference to animal welfare.

At RSPCA Qld, we encourage you to grow your skills, expand your responsibilities, and explore different career pathways. By enhancing your qualifications and capabilities, you can take advantage of internal opportunities across our many departments – from animal care to operations, outreach, and more.

Interested?

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply today!

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a Police Check for the safety and well-being of the community, staff, and animals. A pre-employment medical assessment may also be required.

RSPCA Queensland acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, regardless of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.