Lead Veterinarian - Coral Sea Vet Care

Looking for your next leadership opportunity in one of Australia's most breathtaking locations? 🌊🐚🪸

Join Coral Sea Vet Care in Mossman, where you'll enjoy a rewarding veterinary career while living just 15 minutes from Port Douglas and one hour from the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. Spend your days off exploring pristine beaches, waterfalls, hiking trails, fishing spots and some of Australia's best tropical destinations.

Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a busy, well-equipped practice with a diverse caseload and the opportunity to make a real impact as a clinical leader.

Our clinic features:

• Digital radiography and ultrasound
• IDEXX in-house laboratory
• Dark field microscopy
• From routine preventative care through to complex medical and surgical cases, no two days are the same.

What's on Offer?

Enjoy a competitive salary, relocation assistance, annual continuing education allowance and study leave, plus access to our purpose-built Veterinary Training Centre's to support your ongoing development. As part of the VetPartners network, you'll have opportunities to work across Australia and New Zealand with genuine pathways for career progression. Beyond your career, you'll experience an incredible lifestyle in tropical North Queensland, with world-class beaches, the Great Barrier Reef, rainforest adventures and a fantastic work-life balance, all while being supported by a collaborative and welcoming team.

About the Role

As our Lead Veterinarian, you'll combine hands-on clinical work with leadership responsibilities, helping shape the future of the clinic!

You'll:

• Deliver exceptional patient care across a varied caseload
• Perform consultations and routine surgeries
• Lead and inspire a passionate clinical team
• Help improve clinic operations and patient outcomes
• Build lasting relationships with clients and the local community
• Champion high standards of veterinary medicine

About You

• We're looking for someone who
• Holds a BVSc (or equivalent) and is eligible for Queensland registration
• Has 3+ years' experience in small animal practice
• Is confident in both consulting and surgery
• Has leadership experience or is ready to step into a Lead Veterinarian role
• Is comfortable with sole charge Enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Brings a positive, collaborative approach to team culture

Ready for Your Next Adventure? 🐶

If you’re looking for a clinic that values teamwork, professional growth, and a positive workplace culture, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply online or contact Petra on 0452 410 519 or via email at petra.mackintosh@vetpartners.com.au for a confidential discussion.