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The University of Queensland3 days ago

Lead Primary Care Clinician

On-site · Gatton, Queensland, Australia

Type
Full Time
Level
Senior Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Large

Job Summary

Lead and oversee the Small Animal Primary Care and Urgent Care services at UQ Vets Small Animal Hospital (Gatton Campus). Responsibilities include managing daily operations (rostering, leave, recruitment, onboarding, staff training), providing clinical and professional leadership to veterinarians and staff, mentoring and role-modeling best practices, supporting case management and service delivery, contributing to hospital governance and continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality, relationship-centred care across routine and complex cases. The role also involves clinical teaching and supervision of veterinary science and veterinary technology students, contributing to course delivery and caseload management, and fostering external partnerships with organizations such as RSPCA. Required qualifications include a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or equivalent) registrable in Queensland, and membership of ANZCVS or equivalent with more than four years’ experience in general practice or emergency & critical care is desirable. The position emphasizes education and professional development within a collaborative, high-performing hospital culture and aligns with UQ’s commitment to teaching, research, and engagement.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent (registrable in Queensland)
  • Award of membership of ANZCVS or equivalent
  • More than 4 years' experience in general practice or emergency & critical care (desirable)
  • Demonstrated relationship-centred approach to veterinary care
  • Understanding of veterinary practice-related legislation and professional requirements in Queensland (QLD)
  • Ability to mentor interns and junior clinicians
  • Capacity to contribute to clinical teaching and student education
  • Ability to establish professional relationships and represent the School
  • Effective interpersonal, teamwork, negotiation and communication skills
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