Shelter Veterinarian

NFP | Part-time | Gold Coast Animal Rehoming Centre | Animal Care Veterinary Award $46.37 - $60.64 depending on experience

About Us

At Animal Welfare League of Queensland (AWLQ), our vision is for every companion animal to have a safe and caring environment where their needs are met. We are driven by a commitment to integrity, compassion, innovation, and optimism. As a leader in the animal welfare sector, we're dedicated to a brighter future for both animals and our community.

The Opportunity

The Gold Coast Animal Rehoming Centre is seeking a part-time Veterinarian to join our compassionate Veterinary team and contribute to our mission of providing essential care to animals in need. This opportunity presents exposure to a wide range of surgical treatments and medical interventions to help shelter animals reach their forever homes.

Make a difference to the thousands of stray and homeless animals every year by providing the care they need and finding new loving homes. AWLQ promises to never euthanise a healthy, sociable, or treatable animal in our care, which means we treat a wide variety of surgical and medical cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with a diverse caseload across surgical treatments and medical interventions, with case workups encouraged.
• Provide veterinary care to help shelter animals reach their forever homes.
• Collaborate with a friendly, dedicated team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment.
• Work well across other departments, communicating effectively as part of a wider team.
• Approach every case with kindness and compassion for the animals in our care.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Veterinary Science and Australian Registration.
• 3+ years' veterinary experience.
• Confidence in standard surgical procedures and medical cases.
• An interest in shelter medicine.
• Commitment to embracing a positive team environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work well with other departments.
• Kindness and compassion for the animals in our care.

We Offer

• Work-life balance, with shift flexibility and flexible working hours.
• A unique caseload with opportunities to expand your expertise.
• Fast-tracked skill development with quality mentorship from experienced veterinarians, and a continuous education allowance on a pro-rata basis.
• The chance to make a significant contribution to animal welfare, joining a team that cared for over 11,000 animals across four shelters last year.
• Dedicated separate cat and dog clinics with iM3 dental machines, digital radiology, in-house pathology, and access to ultrasound and orthopaedic equipment.
• Access to an independent Employee Assistance Program.
• Retail and veterinary discounts.

How to Apply

If you're excited by this role and ready to support the future of animal welfare, we want to hear from you.

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, outlining your relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we'll close the position once we find our ideal candidate.