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Lead Veterinarian – Veterinary Happiness Redland Bay (QLD)
At Veterinary Happiness, our name truly says it all. We’re a proudly independent-feel clinic with a strong community presence, and right now we’re offering a unique opportunity for a passionate Lead Veterinarian to join our friendly team in beautiful Redland Bay – a bayside gem just south of Brisbane.
This is more than just a job — it’s your chance to lead a well-established, respected practice in a growing, pet-loving region… and to genuinely fall back in love with your veterinary career.
What You’ll Be Doing Day to Day:
- As our new Lead Veterinarian, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make this role your own, including:
- Leading clinical decision-making and mentoring a close-knit, capable team.
- Consulting and performing both routine and complex surgical procedures.
- Delivering high standards of patient care and supporting pet owners with empathy and expertise.
- Managing day-to-day workflow with the support of experienced nurses and a well-structured appointment schedule.
- Collaborating with your team to maintain our strong reputation for personalised care.
- Playing an active part in our community-focused approach, including compassionate end-of-life support.
- You’ll be stepping into a well-functioning clinic that’s respected by our loyal client base, and ready to welcome a new leader to carry our legacy forward.
Why Choose Veterinary Happiness?
- We offer something genuinely rare in the veterinary world – a fantastic lifestyle, professional fulfilment, and no weekend work. Ever.
- Work-Life Balance – No weekends, no public holidays, no on-call work.
- Flexible Hours – Full-time or part-time options available to suit your lifestyle.
- Supportive Team – Work alongside experienced vets and nurses in a collaborative environment.
- Purpose-Built Clinic – Equipped with in-house IDEXX lab, digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, surgical theatre, and separate dog/cat wards.
- Community Vibes – Enjoy lunch in our garden or run puppy preschool in the sunshine.
Benefits You’ll Enjoy:
- Competitive Salary – Up to $160,000 + super (commensurate with experience).
- Sign-On Bonus – Up to $10,000 for the right candidate.
- CPD Support – $2000 CPD allowance plus 5 days of paid study leave.
- Development Opportunities – Access to VIN, VetEducation Membership, and free VetPartners Training Workshops.
- Employee Perks – Generous staff discounts, paid parental leave, and access to over 80+ retailer discounts via Flare.
About You:
- A qualified Veterinarian registered (or eligible) in QLD.
- 3–5+ years’ experience in small animal practice.
- Confident in handling both routine and complex cases.
- Driven to lead, grow and mentor a team while delivering excellent patient care.
- A strong communicator who builds meaningful connections with clients.
Ready to Lead with Happiness?
If you’re a compassionate vet who’s ready to step into a leadership role without sacrificing work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today, or reach out for a confidential chat with Alisa Grove on 0466 422 294 or [email protected].