Small Animal Surgery Internship – ARH Brisbane

Company Description

Take the next step in your veterinary career with hands-on surgical training in a world-class referral hospital. 

At Animal Referral Hospital Brisbane, you’ll learn from leading specialists, access advanced facilities, and be supported by a collaborative team who are passionate about patient care and professional growth.

Located in Sinnamon Park in Brisbane’s west, our purpose-built, state-of-the-art hospital has been helping patients and shaping veterinary careers for over 8 years.

Commencing in January 2026 you will complete a 12 month surgical internship with the option to extend this to 18 months.

In this role you will benefit from access to:

• Specialists in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Medical & Surgical Oncology, Critical Care, Anaesthesia and Diagnostic Imaging
• After-hours Emergency Service
• 3 Operating Theatres, Digital Radiography, CT & MRI Scanners, Arthroscopy, Fluoroscopy, Endoscopy and an In-house Diagnostic Laboratory

About You:

This role will you suit if you are a motivated, professional and enthusiastic veterinarian who is eligible for QLD veterinary registration and hold a current radiation licence. You should have strong communication skills, a solid surgical knowledge base, and a great work ethic.

• Why Join ARH Brisbane?
• Mentorship that matters – Learn from leading surgical specialists in a truly collaborative environment
• Career pathways – Many past interns have progressed to residency positions here and worldwide
• World-class facilities – Access advanced surgical, diagnostic and imaging technologies
• Work-life balance – 4 weeks annual leave + 1 week study leave with CE allowance

About The Internship

You’ll work side-by-side with our Small Animal Surgery Specialists and experienced nursing team, while collaborating with experts across other disciplines.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll:

• Assist in consultations, surgical procedures, patient care and client communication
• Participate in daily hospital rounds and weekly journal clubs/case presentations
• Gain exposure to a wide range of surgical cases, from routine to complex
• If eligible, be encouraged (and supported) to work towards ANZCVS Small Animal Surgery Membership

Additional Information

Applications Should Include:

Your CV plus a cover letter outlining your interest in the internship and contact details of three referees (including at least one academic and one clinical/practice referee)

Please send your application through to Dr Elizabeth Dill-Macky: E.Dillmacky@arhvets.com