A privately owned, well-established mixed practice is seeking a veterinarian to join their multi-vet team.
There might be an additional role available, so couples are welcome to apply.
As they are an accredited hospital in a regional area, the practice boasts the latest and greatest diagnostic and monitoring equipment to support the varied caseload workups, along with a dedicated customer care team and fully upskilled nurses and vet technicians.
The caseload is mainly small animals with some large animals and wildlife work. They do offer optional paid working trips to remote areas to further your large animal skills and provide more opportunities for large animal work. The team could be asked to castrate a camel, geld a horse or spey a dog.
If you have a passion for surgery, you will be interested to know that routine, complex soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures are undertaken regularly, providing the opportunity to develop and hone your surgical skills. The practice also offers comprehensive dental treatments and procedures.
The majority of vets who’ve started their careers at this practice are still working within the veterinary profession. This is a prime example of why this is a great place to kickstart your career and find your passion within the industry!
The team aim to create a fun and friendly atmosphere with a collaborative environment and a focus on training and personal and professional development. This position provides a great opportunity for growth and development, with special interests and passions supported and encouraged.
A full-time role consists of a four-day week inclusive of early finishes and late starts before/after on-call shifts. After-hours support is provided through senior vets, scheduled nurses, and VetTriage, meaning vets are only called out for patients who need to be seen. New graduates will not be required to do any after-hours work for the first three months. After three months, you will be included in the after-hours roster, with an experienced vet being available to assist you with after-hours cases.
The salary package for a new graduate includes a base salary of $80,000 + superannuation, along with an additional $20,000 or more package for after-hours work, VSB registration, radiation licence, AVA membership fees, up to two weeks study leave, four weeks annual leave AND assistance with HECS fees on top.
In addition to this, generous financial support will also be provided for continuing education. The practice will furthermore help with relocation and accommodation to help you settle into the area!
Experienced veterinarians will be remunerated based on level of experience.
The region is a great place to live and is an easy 2.5-hour drive from Adelaide. Recreational activities in the area are many and varied, including sports, wineries, arts, water-skiing, camping, and generally enjoying the beautiful country environment.
