Job Description
This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.
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Lead Veterinarian – Better Pet Vets| Mackay, QLD | Small Animal Live where others holiday – and love where you work.
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Are you an experienced veterinarian ready to step into a leadership role while enjoying an incredible coastal lifestyle? Better Pet Vets in Mackay is looking for an experienced Lead Veterinarian to join our friendly, close-knit team.
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This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident GP veterinarian who enjoys clinical work, mentoring others and contributing to the growth of a thriving practice. Whether you're looking for professional development, a leadership chance, better work-life balance or a sea change, Mackay could be the perfect fit.
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Why Mackay?
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Mackay offers the best of both worlds – a relaxed coastal lifestyle with excellent career opportunities. Just 90 minutes from the stunning Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef A beautiful tropical climate – sunny one day, perfect the next! Only a 1.5-hour flight from Brisbane Easy access to beaches, nature, fishing and outdoor adventures.
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About Better Pet Vets
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Our purpose-built, modern hospital is equipped with excellent facilities and supported by a passionate team of veterinarians, nurses and support staff. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional patient and client care, maintaining high clinical standards and creating a workplace where our people genuinely enjoy coming to work. You'll join a collaborative team that values fun, connection, professional development and great patient outcomes.
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About the Role
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As Lead Veterinarian, you will play a key role in both the clinical and leadership direction of the hospital. You will:
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Provide high-quality clinical care across medical and surgical cases
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Lead, mentor and support the GP veterinary team
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Act as the line manager for GP veterinarians, providing guidance and support
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Support performance development and appraisals for GP veterinarians
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Contribute to the training and development of our nursing and animal attendant teams
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Help drive clinical standards and continuous improvement across the hospital
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Contribute to the development and implementation of the hospital's marketing plan
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Work closely with the wider leadership team to support the ongoing growth and success of the hospital
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Continue to enjoy a hands-on clinical role alongside your leadership responsibilities
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What's on offer?
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Competitive salary reflective of your experience and skills
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Flexible roster to support genuine work-life balance
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High CPD allowance and study leave
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Access to the VetPartners Training Centre and complimentary CPD modules
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Fitness Passport
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Flare employee discounts across 80+ retailers
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Novated leasing options
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Paid parental leave
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Wellbeing Gateway access
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Medibank Corporate Health Cover
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About You
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We're looking for an experienced veterinarian who is ready to take the next step in their career. You will have:
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5+ years' experience in small animal general practice
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A Bachelor or Doctor of Veterinary Science (or equivalent)
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Current veterinary registration in Australia
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Strong clinical skills across both medicine and surgery
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A genuine interest in mentoring, developing and supporting other veterinarians
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Strong communication and leadership skills
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A collaborative approach and a passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care
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Previous leadership experience is highly regarded, but we're also open to experienced veterinarians who are ready to step into their first formal leadership position.
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Ready for your next adventure?
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Whether you're looking for a new leadership challenge, a lifestyle change, professional growth or a move to beautiful North Queensland, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Lead Veterinarian - Leave Cover At Vetpartners (North Mackay)
🏢 Vetpartners
📍 North Mackay