At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality veterinary care to small animals in a supportive environment.
- Company: Gympie Veterinary Services, a trusted practice with over 40 years of community service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, paid parental leave, and generous staff discounts.
- Other info: Access to mentoring, hands-on learning, and career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a close-knit team and make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners.
- Qualifications: Recent graduate veterinarian passionate about regional practice and client relationships.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 75000 $ per year.
Gympie Veterinary Services is a well-regarded mixed veterinary practice that has been serving the local community for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality veterinary care to the Gympie region.
Our newly renovated main hospital is an impressive facility with multiple consult rooms, surgical suites, and treatment and recovery areas. The clinic is equipped with the latest diagnostic tools, such as digital X‐ray, ultrasound machine, advanced dental equipment and in‐house lab machines. We also have branch clinics in Tin Can Bay and Murgon.
We are fortunate to work with a loyal and engaged community of small animal owners who trust us with their pets' care. Our clinic is known for delivering a high standard of service, with the capability to diagnose and treat the majority of cases in-house thanks to our advanced equipment and experienced veterinary team.
Gympie offers the best of both worlds:
- The convenience and amenities of a regional town
- Easy access to the stunning Queensland coastline
- A friendly, welcoming, and close‐knit community
About the position:
- Full‐time position
- 100% Companion Animal
- After hours (when you are ready) is shared amongst the staff and well remunerated – and is only until 10pm and after 7am, supported by a Teletriage service to filter calls
About you:
- We're looking for an enthusiastic and well‐rounded new graduate veterinarian who is passionate about regional practice.
- Wants to be part of a close‐knit team — someone who is comfortable asking for a second opinion, a hand in surgery, or a sanity check on a tricky consult.
- Is keen to get hands‐on with our equipment and to work up cases properly rather than send the interesting ones elsewhere.
- Wants a broad companion animal caseload — routine desexings and dentals through to medicine work‐ups and the odd surprise that walks in the door in a regional town.
- Takes feedback on board, asks questions early rather than late, and will make the most of a mentor who has time for them.
- Has strong communication skills and can talk to clients honestly and warmly, including through difficult conversations.
- Is compassionate — with patients, owners, and with the team working alongside them.
Graduate support and mentoring:
As a graduate with Gympie Veterinary Services and the wider Apiam network, you'll have:
- A dedicated mentor from day one, with structured check‐ins, case discussions and support on the floor as you find your feet.
- Access to the Apiam Graduate Retreat, bringing grads from across the network together for hands‐on learning, skills sessions and peer connection.
- Monthly coaching sessions to debrief, work through cases and set goals.
- Additional CPD allowance over and above our standard offering, plus access to Apiam's internal training programs and clinical webinars.
- A supportive team of experienced veterinarians and nurses who are always happy to be asked a question.
Salary and Benefits:
- Base salary $75,000 + super + on call pay (50% of professional fees).
- Paid VSB registration + professional membership support.
- Paid parental leave beyond government schemes.
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling support.
- Retail, travel, and lifestyle discounts (including gym memberships).
- Generous staff discounts on veterinary services and products.
As part of Apiam Animal Health, you'll also have access to industry leading training and development programs, and genuine long term career progression pathways.
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