Long-Term Locum Veterinarian | Paradise Point, Gold Coast QLD | 3–4 Days/Week | Nov–Feb | No Sole Charge Location:

Paradise Point, Gold Coast QLD 4216 Role:

Long-Term Locum Veterinarian Practice Type:

Small Animal GP Contract:

November 2026 – approximately January/February 2027 Days:

Approx. 3–4 days per week + rotational Saturdays Clinical Focus:

Primarily Consults Sole Charge:

No

Looking for the consistency of a regular roster without committing to a permanent position?

A friendly small animal practice in

Paradise Point on the Gold Coast

is looking for an experienced locum veterinarian to join their team for a longer-term block from

November 2026 through to approximately January/February 2027 .

The additional support is required while one of the clinic’s veterinarians is on maternity leave and the practice works towards recruiting another permanent vet.

They are ideally looking for someone who can become a regular part of the team for a few months, working approximately

3–4 days per week plus rotational Saturdays .

Ideal Roster The clinic’s priority days are:

Monday

Thursday

Friday

Rotational Saturdays

There may be some flexibility around the exact roster depending on the locum’s availability, so vets who can assist with a substantial portion of the block are still encouraged to enquire.

Clinical Work The position can be predominantly

consults only ,



making it a great option for a vet who prefers a consulting-focused GP role.

For vets who enjoy surgery, there may also be the opportunity to incorporate surgical work depending on your experience, skill set and preferences.

Most importantly, there is

no sole charge requirement .

Saturdays Saturday shifts run from

8:00am–1:00pm , although the team will often finish at approximately 12:30pm.

Saturdays are:

Consults only

No sole charge

Worked alongside another veterinarian

Included on a rotational basis rather than every weekend

Christmas & Recent Year As this placement runs across the festive period, the clinic offers a roster that still allows for some downtime over Christmas and New Year.

The practice is

closed on public holidays , with shortened hours on:

Christmas Eve:

Half day, finishing at 12:00pm

New Year’s Eve:

Half day, finishing at 12:00pm

What’s on Offer?

Consistent long-term locum work

Approx. 3–4 days per week

November through to January/February

Primarily consult-focused

Surgery optional depending on experience

No sole charge

Rotational Saturdays

Supportive small animal GP environment

Gold Coast location

Opportunity to become a regular part of the team without the commitment of a permanent position

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