Associate Veterinarian – Equine

Associate Equine Veterinarian

Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital Full-time position Sunshine Coast QLD

Estimated Commencement Date: May June 2026

Join an exceptional new purpose-built equine hospital and be part of a collaborative specialist-ledteam dedicated to setting a new benchmark in equine healthcare.

About the Role

Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital (SCEH) is seeking a motivated and preferably experiencedAssociate Equine Veterinarian to join our growing team.

This is a unique opportunity to work within a hospital-based environment alongside specialists experienced veterinarians and a skilled nursing team all committed to delivering the highest standards of care for horses in the region and beyond.

As an Associate Veterinarian you will be involved in a diverse and stimulating caseloadproviding medical surgical reproduction and emergency care while contributing to the growth of a new hospital that values excellence compassion and teamwork.

About Us

Founded by with a clear visionto create a centre of excellence for equine health on the Sunshine Coast.

Our new purpose-built facility has been designed to provide comprehensive hospital-based care for horses with a focus on specialist-level medical surgical first opinion care andemergency services.

The first stage of the hospital offers:

• Full medical and surgical specialist care
• Lameness and poor performance evaluations
• Reproduction and dentistry services
• First opinion care
• Advanced diagnostics and intensive care facilities

Further development phases will expand into advanced imaging and other referral services ensuring continued growth and opportunity for our team.

At SCEH we believe our people are our greatest strength. We value each team member as essential to the hospitals success and are committed to fostering a supportive collaborative workplace where everyone thrives.

What Youll Do

• Deliver high-quality veterinary care across first opinion medical surgical and emergency cases.
• Manage both outpatients and inpatients with guidance and support from our specialist team.
• Conduct clinical examinations diagnostics and treatments using state-of-the-art facilities.
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with clients and referring veterinarians.
• Participate in an after-hours roster shared within a supportive team environment

About You

We are looking for a versatile practical team player who takes pride in delivering the best possible outcomes for patients and clients. You will thrive in a team environment and value collaboration and mutual respect.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BVSc DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Eligible for full registration with the Veterinary Surgeons Board of Queensland.
• Current Australian work rights would be preferred
• At least 12 years experience in equine practice (or a strong internship background) would be preferred however new graduates with equine experience will be 5
• Special interests in dentistry reproduction sports medicine or general practiceTM6 would be highly regarded.
• Confident managing routine and emergency cases.
• Excellent communication organisational and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for ongoing professional development and clinical excellence.

What We Offer

• A salary package of $100000 $120000 superannuation with the opportunity to negotiate for exceptional candidates based on experience and expertise.
• Additional remuneration for after-hours work.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
• The chance to work alongside specialists and nurses in a new purpose-built facility.
• A supportive values-driven environment that emphasises teamwork respect and growth.
• The lifestyle benefits of living on the Sunshine Coast combining rewarding professional work with an outstanding quality of life.

Join Us

If youre ready to be part of an exciting new chapter in equine healthcare and contribute to a hospital thats doing things differently wed love to hear from you.

Position descriptions with detailed information on this position including selection criteria conditions are available by contacting Lynette Jackson:

All veterinarians interested in being part of this exciting opportunity can contact Dr Tias Muurlink () or Lynette Jackson ( ) for further information. Initial contact via email is preferred however Dr Muurlink can be contacted via phone or WhatsApp on (61).