Campbelltown, New South Wales 2560, Australia
Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior
Posted 03 Jul 2026
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
Veterinary Emergency Care Australia (VECA)

About VECA

Veterinary Emergency Care Australia operates two state‑of‑the‑art 24/7 emergency and specialist veterinary hospitals across New South Wales, serving the Macarthur and Hills regions of Sydney. We are a growing hospital group with a strong specialist network, purpose‑built facilities, and a team committed to clinical excellence.

Locations: Campbelltown & Norwest/Rouse Hill, NSW

The Opportunity
We’re seeking experienced Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarians to join our growing team. This is an opportunity to build a service with us in a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your development is prioritised.

What You’ll Do

Provide high‑quality emergency and critical care across all species
Conduct thorough assessments, diagnostics, and treatment planning
Manage acute and critically ill patients in our 24/7 hospital setting
Collaborate with our specialist and consulting team on integrated care
Contribute to clinical protocols and service improvement
Mentor junior clinicians and support team development

Participate in on‑call rosters

Our Facilities & Equipment

Purpose‑built hospitals with
On‑site CT scanner with board‑certified radiologist reporting

Ultrasound: POCUS and full abdominal

Two fully equipped surgical theatres




Five consultation rooms (dedicated dog and cat rooms)
On‑site laboratory for rapid in‑house results
Separate dog, cat, and isolation wards
Oxygen and active scavenging systems throughout all clinical areas

Canine blood bank

Our Specialist Team

You’ll work alongside and refer to an established specialist network including:

Dr. Matteo Bordicchia – Small Animal Medicine, DECVIM
Dr. Mohamed Sherif – Small Animal Surgery, MANZCVS

On‑site Specialist Ophthalmology Services

What We’re Looking For

Veterinary degree recognised by AVPB (or eligible for NSW registration)
Minimum 2+ years post‑graduation ECC experience
Strong diagnostic skills and clinical decision‑making
Proficiency with emergency diagnostics (ultrasound, radiography)
Ability to work in high‑pressure, quick‑paced environments
Excellent communication and teamwork

Experience with mechanical ventilation

Salary & Advantages

Competitive Salary: Based on experience & qualifications

Professional indemnity insurance covered

Study leave: up to 5 days p.a. for conferences

Access to on‑site CT, ultrasound, digital X‑ray, and in‑house laboratory

Mentorship and pathway to senior/leadership roles

VECA is approved to sponsor veterinarians under Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482).

Sponsorship application costs covered by VECA
Cooperation with legal and migration advice
Reasonable relocation support

Pathway to permanent residency discussion

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