The Austin Vet Specialists is growing! Our imaging case load is ever-growing and exciting with a wide variety of cases.

Therefore, we are looking for an Intern in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging to join our team.

The Internship:

The Internship is a one-year clinical position with a start date as soon as possible. The goal is to give the Intern a deeper knowledge and gain experience within the field of small animal Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging. This is a full-time position (5 days per week Mon-Fri with rotational on-call weekends).

The Intern will be part of the Diagnostic Imaging team, consisting of two full-time and two part-time board-certified radiologists (ECVDI, ACVR and FANZCVS), two ECVDI residents, one imaging intern, an imaging clinician, dedicated imaging nurse, three radiographers and a full team of nurses and animal care attendants.

The daily work will revolve around the participation in the small animal ultrasound and radiology service as well as providing support to the imaging nursing team. This will include veterinary specific tasks (such as supporting the anaesthesia plans and preparation of imaging patients, managing some post-operative in-hospital patient care and assisting with discharges) as well as imaging specific tasks (such as performing ultrasounds, interpreting radiographs). Needless to say, the Intern can expect full support and instruction in performing and interpreting diagnostic imaging examinations.

Additional activities include exposure to advanced cross-sectional imaging (CT and MRI), daily hospital rounds, in-house journal club, regular imaging rounds and much more.

The internship is intended to provide the first step for a candidate with a strong interest in veterinary diagnostic imaging to start an academic, research and/or clinical career in veterinary diagnostic imaging (e.g. residency).

About The Austin:

Our custom-built hospital (1200m2) is designed around a synergistic approach to patient care. Between specialist departments in surgery, internal medicine, ophthalmology, and imaging, as well as a 24/7 emergency service, we work as one team to ensure outstanding patient care and exceptional customer service.

Our hospital has all the instruments necessary to enable our team to relish their chosen careers, and flourish. This includes two ultrasound rooms, Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound machine, Philips Incisive 64 slice CT scanner, CX-50 mobile ultrasound machine, radiography room with cloud-based PACS, dedicated radiology reading room (with soundproofing and adaptable lighting), flat-panel fluoroscopy, and much more including access to 3T MRI scanner and PET-CT scanner. In addition to our hospital duties, we also have a mobile ultrasound service, and expansion with our own high-field MRI is planned in the future.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and expertise:

• Veterinary degree that is recognised in South Australia
• Minimum of one year working experience in small animal veterinary practice
• Previous experience with ultrasound is useful but not essential
• Willingness to participate in rotating roster including weekend on-call shifts

If you believe you have the talent to fulfil this role and want to be a part of a friendly, but dynamic environment, please Apply Now.

Please note that applications will close 14th July 2025 unless the position is filled prior to this date so submit your application promptly.

Application process

Please send your CV and cover letter to Xander Huizing at career@theaustin.vet Please include a cover letter including your reason for applying for this position and what attracted you to The Austin. Please also include your future career goals and prior experience. All applications will be treated confidentially, but please make sure you include contactable referees.