Small Animal ECC Specialist / Criticalist

Criticalist – Emergency & Critical Care Specialist

Full-Time | Sydney, Australia

Join a high-acuity ECC service in a purpose-built multidisciplinary specialist hospital — with visa sponsorship, relocation support, and the lifestyle that comes with calling Sydney home.

North Shore Veterinary Specialist Centre (NSVSC) is seeking an experienced Emergency & Critical Care Specialist to join and further develop our established ECC service.

This is an opportunity to shape a well-established referral hospital, work alongside an exceptional multidisciplinary team and grow a service supported by outstanding facilities, a collaborative culture, and a genuine commitment to clinical excellence.

Whether you’re already based in Australia or considering relocating from overseas, we’ll support your move with comprehensive visa support, relocation assistance, and registration guidance.

About us

NSVSC is a leading 24/7 multidisciplinary referral hospital located on Sydney's North Shore. Our specialists in surgery, internal medicine, anaesthesia, exotics, cardiology and oncology work alongside experienced emergency clinicians and highly skilled nurses to deliver exceptional patient care in a truly collaborative environment.

Our associated General Practice service manages first-opinion consultations and walk-in emergencies, allowing our ECC team to focus on the patients who truly require specialist critical care and advanced intervention.

Our purpose-built facility is equipped to support the highest standard of ECC medicine, including:

• Fully equipped in-house laboratory (biochemistry, haematology and blood gas)
• Comprehensive diagnostic imaging — two ultrasound rooms, digital X-ray, a 128-slice GE CT scanner and a Siemens 1.5T MRI
• Mindray ventilators
• Fluoroscopy and endoscopy
• Three fully equipped operating theatres
• In-house blood bank with blood product preparation capabilities
• Dedicated ICU with cot beds and oxygen cages
• VECCS Level II Accreditation

We pride ourselves on fostering a culture where collaboration and clinical excellence are part of everyday practice.

About the Role

As a Criticalist, you'll play a pivotal role in both clinical leadership and service development. Working alongside our multidisciplinary specialist team, you'll manage complex ECC cases while helping shape the future direction of the service.

About you

• Diplomate status (ACVECC, ECVECC, FANZCVS ECC, or equivalent)
• Eligibility for veterinary registration in New South Wales
• A passion for mentoring, collaboration and delivering exceptional patient care
• A desire to help grow a progressive ECC service

Why Join us?

• Competitive package + 12% superannuation, based on experience, leadership expertise and specialist qualifications. On top of your salary, we offer a generous CPD allowance and board exam support where applicable

• Leave & Flexibility: Generous leave entitlements including annual leave, study leave, personal leave and paid parental leave.
• Relocation support: Comprehensive visa support, relocation assistance and registration guidance
• Wellbeing & Culture: Access to Mental Health and Employee Assistance Programs, employee benefits, and a culture that values collaboration, professional growth, and work-life balance
• Professional Development: Access to the wider VetPartners Specialty Network for mentorship, training and research opportunities, multidisciplinary specialist support, and professional networking

Located on Sydney's beautiful North Shore, you'll enjoy easy access to world-famous beaches, Sydney Harbour, national parks, vibrant cafés and restaurants, and a year-round outdoor lifestyle. It's the perfect place to build both your career and your life. 

Get in touch

If this sounds like the right next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. We'd love to tell you more about the opportunity. For a confidential discussion, contact Dr Alex Fox at alex.fox@vetpartners.com.au.

North Shore Veterinary Specialist Centre is part of the VetPartners Specialty network and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities.

Learn more about NSVSC by visiting northshorespecialist.com.au or following us on Facebook or LinkedIn.