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, fast‑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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