Small Animal Veterinarian – Boyne Tannum & Harbour City

Small Animal Veterinarian | $100k–$140k + Sign-On Bonus | Coastal QLD

Boyne Tannum Vet Surgery & Harbour City Veterinary Surgery | Full-time

Ready for a veterinary role with variety, support and a lifestyle upgrade? Join Boyne Tannum and Harbour City Veterinary Surgery in beautiful Central Queensland, working across two established small animal clinics just 20 minutes apart. With a brand-new clinic development underway in Gladstone, this is an exciting time to join a growing team with genuine career opportunities.

About Us

You’ll be joining busy, well-equipped clinics with loyal clients, strong community connections and a down-to-earth team culture. Expect quality medicine, practical support and colleagues who genuinely enjoy working together.

• Exposure to diverse caseloads across consults, workups, medicine and surgery.
• Purpose-built facilities with multiple consult rooms, ultrasound, digital X-ray, surgery suites and in-house IDEXX labs.
• Skilled, hands-on nurses who help your day run smoothly.
• A friendly team culture with collaboration, shared lunches, laughs and the occasional cupcake challenge!

The Role

• Full-time, 38 hours per week with a weekly RDO.
• 100% small animal role with a mix of consulting and surgery.
• Shared after-hours/on-call roster supported by Vetriage service to minimise unnecessary calls

Who We’re Looking For

This role would suit an experienced small animal veterinarian who wants to do great work, be well supported and enjoy everything regional coastal living has to offer.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in small animal practice
• Confident clinical skills and strong communication.
• A positive, team-focused approach.
• A willingness to keep learning and make the most of regional practice.

Salary & Benefits

• $100,000–$140,000 salary package, based on experience and skills.
• Additional earning potential of up to $10,000–$15,000 in annual after-hours bonuses.
• $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• Eligible for Rural HECS Debt Reduction of up to $62,000.
• Paid VSB registration plus $1,000 annual membership support.
• Generous CE support, including Vet Education and online resources.
• Additional paid parental leave above the government allowance.
• Access to retail, travel and service discounts.
• Long-term career pathways within a growing veterinary network.

Relocation Support

• Generous relocation assistance.
• Shared accommodation available on arrival, plus help finding long-term housing.
• Visa sponsorship and immigration support available for candidates eligible for registration in Queensland.

Why Central Queensland?

Swap city pressure for regional comfort with a warm climate, more affordable living and plenty of ways to enjoy life outside work. You’ll have beaches, national parks, hiking, camping, fishing and 4WD adventures close by, while still having easy access to Brisbane when you need a city fix or onward travel.

• Easy access to Tannum Sands, Agnes Water and the southern Great Barrier Reef
• More affordable living than major cities.
• A relaxed pace, warm weather and a welcoming local community.
• A place where vets are genuinely valued by their clients and community.

If you’re curious about the role but not quite ready to commit, we’d love to invite you to come up, meet the team, see the clinics and experience the lifestyle for yourself.

Apply now or contact Melissa at [email protected] or 0400 448 461 for a confidential chat about the role, the relocation support available, or arranging a visit to meet the team.