Description
Emergency Veterinarian – 24/7 Emergency & Specialist Hospital (Sydney)
Miranda, Sutherland Shire | Full-time or Part-time | Flexible rosters
About VSOS
Veterinary Specialists of Sydney (VSOS) is a world-leading specialist and 24/7 emergency hospital located in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire. Privately owned by veterinarians, we’re known for delivering gold-standard patient care, advanced procedures, and a culture built on excellence, collaboration, innovation, and genuine support.
Since opening in June 2020, VSOS has grown from 35 team members to over 180 dedicated veterinary professionals, making us one of Australia’s most exciting and progressive referral hospitals.
Our hospital is equipped with cutting-edge technology including:
Brand new 1.5T MRI
64-slice CT
Fluoroscopy
Endoscopy
Digital radiology & ultrasound
Philips EPIQ Elite imaging platform
Innovation & Leadership in Advanced Veterinary Medicine
VSOS is proud to be at the forefront of veterinary innovation — not only in Australia, but globally.
We are one of only five centres worldwide offering mitral valve open-heart repair surgery, placing VSOS among the most advanced veterinary hospitals internationally.
We are also recognised as Australian leaders in minimally invasive procedures, with a strong focus in:
Interventional radiology and endovascular techniques
Endovascular interventional oncology procedures
Cutting-edge, image-guided therapies that improve outcomes while reducing patient recovery time
Working at VSOS means exposure to the most advanced procedures and technologies available in modern veterinary medicine.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Emergency Veterinarian to join our growing emergency and critical care team on a full-time or part-time basis.
This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside specialists in:
medicine
surgery
critical care
cardiology
neurology
anaesthesia
dermatology
ophthalmology
You’ll see a wide range of complex referral and emergency cases, making this role highly varied, interesting, and professionally rewarding.
We also actively promote the use of endoscopy where appropriate, giving emergency clinicians the opportunity to expand into minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures if and when they feel comfortable.
Why you’ll love it
Work at the cutting edge of emergency and specialist medicine
Above-average remuneration based on experience and clinical contribution
Direct mentorship from a specialist Criticalist
Strong collaboration across multiple specialist departments
Supportive leadership with a genuine open-door culture
Flexible rosters and a strong focus on work-life balance
Generous CPD allowance + CE leave
Visa sponsorship and relocation support (eligible candidates)
Staff pet discounts
Childcare facilities conveniently located next door
Close to cafés, gyms, parking and public transport
Advanced ECC Mentorship & Skills Development
At VSOS, emergency clinicians are supported and trained to grow exceptional critical care capability.
You will be mentored directly by a Critical Care Specialist, with hands-on teaching and support in advanced skills including:
Managing ventilator patients
Performing pericardiocentesis
Placing central venous lines
Thoracic drain placement
Working with complex emergency and post-operative referral cases
Our ECC team is supported by our specialist group 24/7, ensuring you are never working in isolation.
What you’ll do
Provide high-quality emergency and critical care to patients
Deliver exceptional client communication during stressful situations
Work closely with specialists and nursing teams to ensure best outcomes
Perform and develop procedural skills (including endoscopy where appropriate)
Contribute to a positive, collaborative emergency culture
Participate in continuous learning, case discussion, and hospital growth
Requirements
About you
You are:
Adaptable, calm under pressure, and eager to learn
A strong communicator and genuine team player
Passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care
Excited by innovation and working in a high-performing referral setting
Positive, approachable, and able to bring humour and warmth to the workplace
Emergency veterinarians of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
Veterinary registration (or eligibility) with the Veterinary Practitioners Board of NSW, or equivalent in Australia
Recognised degree: BVSc or DVM
How to apply
Please send your CV and a brief cover note outlining your experience and interest in emergency vet roles.
Email to: hr@vsos.com.au
Subject line: Emergency Vet Application - [ YOUR NAME]
VSOS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
