Career Opportunities

Veterinarian

Small Animal * Equine * Mixed Practice

Based at Anstead & Marburg, QLD

Are you a skilled and compassionate Veterinarian looking to join a supportive, community-driven mixed practice?

At WestVETS, we are proud to offer comprehensive equine veterinary care across tow purpose-built facilities in South East Queensland. With well-established client bases, a diverse caseload, and a collaborative team culture, we are always looking for vets who want to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact.

Whether your passion lies in small animal care, equine medicine, or a combination of both, we are flexible and can tailor the role to your strengths and interests.

Why Work with Us?

Two purpose-equipped clinics in a relaxed, semi-rural setting
Friendly and experienced vet and nursing teams
Flexible role design to suit your interests and lifestyle
Access to a loyal, supportive client base
Commitment to continuing education and professional development
Genuine work-life balance
If you would like to grow your knowledge in whatever area you desire; we have enough experience to help you develop in those areas
WestVETS is actively involved in VetPD courses as well as plays hosts to different AVA/EVA laboratories
Mentorship – Our veterinarian leadership

Small Animal Veterinarian

Our small animal clinic in Anstead and Marburg are well-equipped and handles everything from preventative health to complex surgery and diagnostics.

The role involves:

Consulting and managing small animal medical cases
Performing routine and advanced surgical procedures
Working with a supportive nursing team and senior veterinarians
Using in-house diagnostics (bloods, digital X-ray, ultrasound)
Providing exceptional client education and follow-up

Ideal for vets who:

Thrive in a busy clinic environment
Value continuity of care
Enjoy building long-term client relationships
Must hold a valid license to practice veterinary medicine in Queensland

Equine Veterinarian

Our Anstead clinic is a fully equipped equine hospital and in-patient facilities, surgical theatre, and a team of experienced professionals managing both hospitalised and ambulatory cases. The case load is varied and includes performance horses, pleasure horses, and emergencies. You will work alongside equine surgeons and medical specialists and gain exposure to a wide range of cases including orthopaedics, medicine, and sports horse work.

Our Marburg clinic functions as both an ambulatory service base and an active equine reproduction centre. During the breeding season, this site is buzzing with mare and stallion work, artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and OPU and ICSI work.

The role involves:

Ambulatory first opinion practice with emphasis on performance dentistry and preventative health
Lameness consults
Primary sport horse and geriatric consults
Emergencies consisting of colic, chokes, ophthalmology, lacerations etc.
Small ruminant caseload dependant on applicants comfort level
After hours consists of hospital and ambulatory cases
Access to endoscopy, digital radiography, ultrasound, gastroscopy, Equinosis lameness locator, dynamic endoscopy
Working alongside experienced equine nurses and fellow equine vets
Opportunities to develop a niche area of interest

Ideal for vets who:

Are confident working independently in the field and love the rhythm and variety of equine work.
Minimum 1 year of experience or a recent internship in equine veterinary practice
Looking for long-term fulfilment with a diverse caseload, and a desire for professional development with mentorship in surgical, medical, reproductive, and lameness cases.
Strong communications skills, attention to detail, and a passion for high-quality veterinary care
Must thrive in a collaborative environment with like-minded professionals
Must hold a valid license to practice veterinary medicine in Queensland

Mixed Practice Veterinarian

Enjoy the best of both worlds. Our mixed practice vets handle a blend of companion animal consults and surgery, along with ambulatory and in-hospital equine work.

The role involves:

Adapting to a diverse daily caseload across two species groups
Working closely with a strong team of nurses and fellow vets
Building skills across small animal medicine, equine care, and diagnostics
Contributing to a shared on-call rotation (equine-focused)

Ideal for vets who:

Enjoy variety, are eager to learn and grow, and want to keep their skills across multiple species sharp.

Express Your Interest

We welcome interest from experienced vets as well as confident new or recent graduates.

While there may not be a position available immediately, we regularly review applications and will be in touch when a suitable opportunity arises.

Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, current registration with the Veterinary Surgeons Board of Queensland (VSBQ) in order to practice as a veterinarian in Queensland. Please ensure that you clearly outline your registration status (or eligibility) in your cover letter.

For more information on registration requirements, please visit the VSBQ qualifications page: VSBQ Registration Qualifications.

To apply, kindly submit the following:

A written expression of interest that highlights your relevant experience, registration (or eligibility) with the VSBQ, and the personal and professional qualities you would bring to this role.
A copy of your current resume.
Referees/references are required.

Email your CV and cover letter to: employment@westvets.com.au 

Locations: WestVETS Anstead and Marburg Clinics