Live where others holiday – and love where you work.

Are you a confident, compassionate veterinarian ready for your next exciting chapter?
Better Pet Vets in beautiful Mackay is looking for an experienced Small Animal Veterinarian to join our upbeat, close-knit team. Whether you're after professional growth, a better work-life balance, or a sea change — this could be your perfect fit!

🌴 Why Choose Mackay?

Mackay offers the best of both worlds — coastal charm and career satisfaction.
📍 Just 90 minutes from the award-winning Whitsundays & Great Barrier Reef
🌤️ A tropical climate – “Sunny one day, perfect the next!”
✈️ Only a short 1.5-hour flight from Brisbane
It’s not just a job — it’s a lifestyle.

🏥 About Us:

Our purpose-built, modern hospital is fully equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and a passionate team of veterinarians, nurses, and support staff. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, excellent client care, and high standards of medicine and surgery.
You’ll be joining a team that truly values fun, connection, and professional development.

🌟 What We Offer:

💸 Above-award salary, tailored to your experience
💰 Generous sign-on bonus + retention bonus + relocation assistance
📚 CPD allowance + 1 week study leave – we invest in your future
🩺 Access to state-of-the-art equipment and VIN membership
🧘‍♂️ Employee Assistance Program – your wellbeing matters
🗓️ Flexible roster – 38 hours/week across 4 days + 1 RDO
📅 Shared after-hours with triage support via Medechat
🏖️ Enjoy a rostered long weekend after each on-call rotation

🧑‍⚕️ About You:

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in veterinary science
• Has at least 4 years' clinical experience
• Is registered (or eligible to register) with the Veterinary Surgeons Board of QLD
• Brings great communication, a collaborative mindset, and a sense of humour
• Loves building client relationships and making a real impact in their patients’ lives

❤️ Work Somewhere That Invests in You:

At Better Pet Vets, we believe that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our patients. We’ll pay you well, but we’ll also invest in your growth, wellbeing, and happiness — because when you thrive, so do we.

🚀 Ready for a career that’s as rewarding as it is exciting?

Reach out for a confidential chat with Alisa at 📞 0466 422 294 or 📧alisa.grove@vetpartners.com.au

Or simply click 'Apply for this job' — we’d love to meet you!

VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.