Job Description

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Brisbane Veterinary Specialist Centre (BVSC) is seeking a passionate and highly skilled Veterinary Criticalist (Emergency & Critical Care Specialist) to join our growing multidisciplinary referral and emergency team. We welcome applications from board-certified specialists (ACVECC, ECVECC, FANZCVS ECC, or equivalent) as well as residency-trained candidates nearing completion of their training.

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At BVSC, we are committed to delivering exceptional specialist and emergency veterinary care through collaboration, innovation, and compassion. Our purpose-built referral hospital provides advanced diagnostic, surgical, and critical care services to companion animals across Queensland.

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Our team of specialists, emergency veterinarians, interns, residents, and dedicated nursing professionals work together to provide seamless, patient-centred care.

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As we continue to expand our specialist services and clinical capabilities, we are seeking a Criticalist who shares our passion for clinical excellence, client engagement, and advancing the standard of veterinary emergency and critical care. We seek a professional who is driven and enthusiastic to grow the Intensive Care department as we continue to develop as a hospital.

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Facilities & Equipment

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Our hospital is equipped with leading-edge technology to support the highest standards of patient care, including:

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Advanced Imaging: Multi-slice CT Scanner, Digital Radiography, High-end Ultrasound Systems

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Critical Care & Emergency: A developing Intensive Care Department (ICU), Mechanical Ventilation, Multiparameter Monitoring, High-Flow Oxygen Therapy, Point-of-Care Ultrasound, Blood Product Administration Capabilities

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Surgical & Interventional: Fluoroscopy, Laparoscopy, Arthroscopy, Advanced Surgical Suites

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In-House Diagnostics: Full IDEXX Laboratory, Haematology, Biochemistry, Coagulation Testing, Blood Gas Analysis, Electrolyte Monitoring

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Your Future Teammates

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You will become part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team that includes Specialists in Internal Medicine, surgery, Emergency Veterinarians and Skilled referral Veterinary Nurses.

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Together, we foster a culture of clinical excellence, continuous learning, and genuine support for one another.

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About the Role

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As a BVSC Veterinary Criticalist, you will play a key leadership role within our developing Intensive Care service.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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Managing complex emergency and critically ill patients.

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Providing specialist consultation and support to referring veterinarians.

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Collaborating with specialists across multiple disciplines.

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Developing treatment plans for intensive care patients.

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Supporting and mentoring emergency clinicians and nurses.

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Contributing to the growth and advancement of the Intensive Care and Emergency service.

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This position offers flexibility and can be tailored to suit candidates seeking full time, part-time, or consulting arrangements.

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Why Join Us?

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Competitive Remuneration

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Attractive salary package commensurate with experience

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Generous superannuation contribution

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Performance and leadership opportunities

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Relocation & Sponsorship

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Visa sponsorship available for eligible international candidates

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Relocation assistance provided

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Support navigating veterinary registration requirements

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Professional Development

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Generous Continuing Professional Development (CPD) allowance

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Conference attendance support

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Access to specialist-led journal clubs and case rounds

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Work-Life Balance

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Day operating hours only with weekends and public holidays free

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Four weeks annual leave plus study leave

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Personal and wellbeing leave

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Protected non-clinical time where appropriate

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Wellness & Culture

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Employee assistance and wellbeing programs

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Supportive and inclusive workplace culture

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Regular team events and social activities

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Commitment to psychological safety and professional growth

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What We're Looking For

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Essential Requirements:

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Diplomate status (ACVECC, ECVECC, FANZCVS ECC, or equivalent) OR

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Residency-trained ECC veterinarian eligible for board certification.

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Eligibility for veterinary registration in Queensland

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Strong clinical expertise in emergency and critical care medicine.

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Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

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Commitment to delivering exceptional patient and client care.

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Desirable

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Previous leadership or mentoring experience.

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Interest in teaching and clinical education.

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Experience developing ECC protocols and service initiatives.

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What Success Looks Like

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The ideal candidate will:

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Deliver outstanding specialist-level emergency and intensive care service.

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Foster strong relationships with referring veterinarians.

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Contribute positively to hospital culture and multidisciplinary collaboration.

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Help shape the future direction of our ECC service.

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Get in touch

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If this sounds like the right next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential conversation or more information, contact Dr Alex Fox at (email protected) .

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BVSC is part of the VetPartners Specialty network and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities.

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Learn more about BVSC at or visit our social pages on Facebook or LinkedIn .

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📌 Veterinary Criticalist (Emergency & Critical Care Specialist) BVSC - Brisbane - Days (No weekends)
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