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Clinical Lead Veterinarian

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Sep 27, 2026
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Be part of something exciting from the very beginning.


Small Animal Clinical Lead Vet | Full-time |



A brand-new veterinary chapter is coming to Hope Island and we’re looking for vets to join us from the very start.

Hope Island Central Vet is a purpose-built, modern veterinary clinic designed to deliver exceptional quality companion animal services to one of the Gold Coast’s fastest growing communities.

As a founding lead vet, you won’t simply be joining an established clinic, you’ll have to opportunity to build it.


A clinic with big opportunities.

Hope Island Central Vet will be the larger of the two new sister clinics opening in the local community, working closely with Sanctuary Cove Vet and the already established Ormeau Vet nearby.

Together, these clinics will provide an outstanding blend of community-focused care, advanced diagnostics, including the region’s only CT machine, as well as clinical collaboration across the network.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a new veterinary team, provide mentorship and support and be part of making a genuine impact for the local community from day one.


Live where others holiday.

Hope Island offers the perfect combination of coastal lifestyle and career opportunity and has become one of the Gold Coast’s most sought-after residential communities.

With beautiful waterways, parks, schools, cafés, shopping precincts and easy access to Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Hope Island offers an enviable lifestyle both inside and outside of work.


Flexibility That Works for Real Life.

Hope Island Central Vet offers a variety of roles to suit your needs, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available. Whether you are looking for leadership opportunities, professional development, a commitment to a work-life balance or just simply flexible hours, this clinic can support you.


Join our founding team.

This is an exciting opportunity to build and lead a veterinary team from the ground up, and help establish the culture, clinical direction and reputation of a premium new practice.

Clinical Lead Veterinarian

Full Time


Proudly Part of Apiam Animal Health.

While Hope Island Central Vet will develop its own identity and culture, you’ll be supported by the resources, expertise and opportunities that come with being part of Apiam Animal Health.

Before opening, you’ll participate in a structured induction program and have access to experienced operational, leadership and clinical mentors.

You will be supported to help make this clinic a success from day one and beyond.


What’s on offer

  • Full-time or part-time flexibility
  • Generous renumeration
  • Brand-new, purpose-built facilities and equipment
  • A modern purpose-built facility equipped with contemporary technology
  • Advanced diagnostic capabilities, including CT
  • Strong clinical support, collaboration and mentorship
  • Continuing professional development support and conference leave
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • VetEducation membership and professional subscriptions
  • Veterinary Board registration
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health First Aid support
  • Staff discounts for your own pets
  • Access to retail, travel, health and lifestyle discounts
  • Relocation support available


Thinking about relocating to the Gold Coast? Ask us about our relocation packages.


Be part of the team that opens the doors.

If you’ve ever wanted to help create a community-focused clinic from the ground up, influence its culture and standards, and build something you’ll be proud of, please apply through the link below.

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