Are you ready to work for a great clinic that supports you and invests in your interests?
This growing clinic in West Gippsland has a current vacancy for a vet to join the team to help support the clinic’s growth and provide a high standard of care to companion and farm animals alike.
The caseload is approximately 60% small animal, 40% livestock, including 70% dairy, 20% beef and 10% hobby farm. The mix of work can be tailored to your particular interests.
The practice is looking for a new graduate who has a strong interest in mixed animal and production work. Ideally, you will have a solid foundation in handling livestock and a strong understanding of livestock husbandry. This role is suited to a positive person who is capable of working efficiently and conscientiously within a team environment.
The employers recognise that the transition to practice can be a challenging time. New graduate vets at this practice benefit from the clinic’s graduate development program, which includes monthly structured support and a mentor program.
This 10-vet team is very supportive and enjoys learning from each other. Working within a large team, good communication skills are a must! The ideal candidate will be a people-person, as the team strives to excel in client interactions and communication. The successful applicant will immediately fit in and feel at home in this happy workplace.
New graduates can expect a base salary of $75,000 per annum. The after-hours rota is one night per week plus 1 in 4 weekends. The practice has a tele-triage after-hours service to help filter after hours calls.
Additional benefits of the role include:
– VSB Registration and memberships supported
– VetEducation membership
– 1 week of study leave
– Generous CPD allowances depending on your development plans
– 5 days of paid volunteer leave
– Wellness Day – An extra paid annual leave day
– Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme
– Wellbeing initiatives include an Employee Assistance Program with access to confidential counselling services and trained Mental Health First Aid Officers in every clinic.
– Various retail, travel, and service discounts
– Additional travel discounts through Verve Travel Management and Hertz
– Fantastic staff discounts on clinic products and services for your pets
The practice is located an easy one-hour drive east of Melbourne, with all its fantastic sporting, dining and cultural opportunities. The region boasts some of Australia’s finest scenery, including snow-capped mountain resorts in winter, some of Victoria’s most pristine beaches in summer and a wide range of gourmet restaurants and wineries await you.
