Veterinary Dermatologist - Dermatology For Animals

Overview

Company Description
Located in sunny Queensland Australia | Salary packages of $300K inclusive of commissions | Supportive & Skilled Team

Dermatology for Animals (DFA) is looking for a Veterinary Dermatologist to join our team in beautiful Brisbane, Australia. Whether you’ve been dreaming of sunshine and beach walks or simply want a supportive team and a better work-life balance this could be for you.

Our Story

For more than 25 years, Dermatology for Animals (DFA) has been a trusted referral centre for advanced veterinary dermatology across Queensland. Established in 1998, DFA has built a reputation for clinical excellence, thoughtful case management, and strong collaboration within the referral community.

Located within a leading multi-disciplinary referral hospital in the heart of Brisbane, you’ll have access to exceptional diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including Aesculight CO₂ and diode lasers, advanced video otoscopy with Auri-Kleen irrigation and aspiration, 64-slice CT, and 1.5T MRI. Our close working relationships with anaesthesia, surgery, oncology, internal medicine, and ophthalmology allow for seamless, high-level patient care and complex case collaboration.

You will join a highly regarded specialist team led by Dr John Hutt and Dr Jeylan Aslan, with the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to clinical direction, case discussion, and the ongoing evolution of the service.

Beyond clinical work, DFA offers a professional environment where specialists are supported, valued, and able to practise at the top of their field. Our culture is one of mutual respect, intellectual curiosity, and genuine connection. We prioritise continuous learning, celebrate excellence, and foster a workplace where people enjoy working together. From peer recognition and shared wins to regular team connection, we believe outstanding medicine is best delivered by teams who feel engaged, supported, and proud of the work they do.

We are excited to welcome a Dermatologist who is looking not just for a role, but for a long-term professional home where their expertise and passion for dermatology can truly flourish.

The Perks & Benefits

• Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance for you, your family, and pets.
• Highly personalised remuneration packages, including continuing education support and salary packages of $300K inclusive of commissions.
• Flexible working arrangements considered, including alternative schedules, fly in fly out options, and the opportunity to be based in various locations across Queensland.
• No weekends, on-call or public holidays. Enjoy time with your family during the annual Christmas closure.
• An established caseload with wonderful clients, skilled nurses and a supportive management team.
• Choose your work life balance - full-time or part-time with pick of days + hours to suit your lifestyle
• Due to a retirement of our specialist there is potential for an equity partnership
• Generous leave entitlements – enjoy 4 weeks of annual leave (which accrues year-on-year), 10 personal/sick days, plus 11 public holidays in Queensland and an additional week of study leave.

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist with a Veterinary degree registrable in Queensland (we can help you with this).

If you have completed residency training and are intending to sit specialist exams soon you are invited to apply. We also welcome Dermatologists who are seeking locum work.

Additional Information

Why We Love Brisbane

Imagine finishing a rewarding day at work and stepping straight into Brisbane’s laid-back charm. Whether it’s catching a golden sunset along the river, unwinding with friends at a rooftop bar, or enjoying a balmy evening stroll through the leafy suburbs, life here flows at an easy pace that makes switching off simple. On the weekends, your mornings might begin with coffee by the river before hopping on a ferry to South Bank for a swim at the city’s own beach, or perhaps a wander through the Queensland Museum.

Brisbane is a short drive from the Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast, where you’ll find world-class beaches, coastal hikes, rainforest trails and seafood lunches with sweeping ocean views.

Families will also find Brisbane an easy place to call home, with excellent schools, world-class universities, and a strong sense of community. Whether you’re into football (soccer), rugby, cricket, or weekend yoga in the park, there’s no shortage of ways to build your new community.

As the sun sets, Brisbane comes alive with a vibrant food scene and with more than 280 days of sunshine each year, it truly offers the best of both worlds: city convenience, outdoor adventure, and family-friendly fun.

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you. For a confidential conversation please contact:

Shauna James
Business Manager – Dermatology for Animals
Shauna.James@skinvet.com.au

If you would like to get a feel for us beforehand you can check out our social media platforms LinkedIn & Instagram or watch our Youtube video Dermatology for Animals - Recruitment

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