Vet Employment Canberra - 212,460JCM

A position has become available at a well-established, modern, high-quality practice in Canberra.

Both new graduates and experienced vets are welcome to apply. For new graduates, there is an extensive graduate program, providing a great kickstart to your veterinary career!

The practice has been serving the community for over 30 years and has an enviable staff retention rate. The dedicated team consists of around 35 staff, made up of vets, nurses, animal attendants, administrators and receptionists, all striving to provide the best experience possible for patients and clients.

This role is to work full time, with an average of 38 hours per week with a weekly rostered day off. No after-hours are required. Those interested in part-time work are also welcome to apply.

Interested in surgery? This practice has a varied caseload, including cruciates, fracture repairs, desexing, and dentals performed in-house daily! Those with a medical interest are also welcome to apply. Mentoring in this area can also be provided. Not only this, there are also opportunities for those interested in ultrasound, dentistry and/or any special interests!

The successful applicant should be a real team player who shares the practice's commitment to providing a high standard of patient care and cultivating long-term client relationships. Candidates should also be committed to continuing education. Those with good management skills, an interest in surgery or ultrasound or continuing education/specialist qualifications will be highly regarded.

On offer is a generous salary package of up to $157,300, depending on experience. The practice will also cover your VPB registration, radiation license, and VIN membership and provide a generous CE allowance.

This purpose-built, 100% small animal hospital houses equipment such as digital x-ray, flexible and rigid video endoscopes, dental machine, ECG, ultrasound, pulse oximetry, doppler and blood pressure monitors, in-house blood testing, blood gas analyser, haematology analyser and more!

The employer is willing to assist with a work permit (sponsorship) for suitable overseas candidates. Applicants must have a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or equivalent) and be eligible for registration as a veterinary practitioner in Australia.

Relocation assistance is also available.

Canberra has numerous facilities and attractions, including educational institutes, world-class galleries, great dining options, breweries, wineries, and easy access to snowfields and south coast beaches, all of this while being just 3.5 hours from Sydney! The small-town vibe means it's easy and convenient to get around. It's no wonder the locals here love the lifestyle and landscape!