Mixed Animal Veterinarian- Romsey Veterinary Clinic

Mixed Animal Veterinarian- Romsey Veterinary ClinicSenior mixed animal vet wanted to join our awesome team in RomseyAbout us:

Romsey Veterinary Surgery is part of Apiam Animal Health, providing veterinary services to country communities. At Apiam Animal Health we are committed to enriching the lives of animals, people and the communities where we live.We strive to deliver excellence and our vision is healthy animals and happy people.

Located in Romsey, in the heart of the Macedon Ranges, we are a mixed animal veterinary practice that offers the highest possible level of veterinary care, for all animals big and small We have a close-knit team and enjoy working together and being an integral part of our local community.

The Romsey Veterinary Surgery is fully equipped to manage medical and surgical cases in the full range of companion animals, equine and livestock. Romsey is a fantastic area in close proximity to Melbourne. It offers the benefits of a quieter, rural lifestyle while being an easy 60-minute commute to the services, entertainment and amenities of Melbourne. It also has a strong sense of community and is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering a great balance of work and a high quality of life.

About the position:

• We are looking for an experienced mixed animal veterinarian
• We treat companion animals as well as sheep, goats, cattle, horses, alpaca and pigs- we see some of everything and are a true mixed animal clinic. Our mix is approximately 80% small animal, 20% large animal
• We currently see a small percentage of equine clients but have scope to grow this area if you are interested
• This is a maternity leave cover and can be fixed term or ongoing
• We ideally are looking for a full-time veterinarian however can discuss a part time position as well
• Shared afterhours with 1 night a week and 1 weekend in 4 on call. There is a light on call caseload and all calls go through our VetTriage team which means the nurses take the calls and only ring you if needed and deposit has been taken
• All duties in our clinic are shared equally with the team. We enjoy great teamwork and have a fantastic group of supportive vets and nurses.

About you:

• You are a vet who enjoys the challenge of general practice; comfortable going from vaccinations to working up of more complex cases, to routine surgery
• You are an experienced mixed animal vet
• You enjoy mentorship and working as part of a great team
• Excellent communication skills with both clients and colleagues and a positive "can-do" attitude to enhance patient care and client experience

Competitive salary package with a base salary of $120,000-$140,000 depending on experience

• VSB Registration and memberships supported
• VetEducation membership
• 1 week of study leave (pro rata for part time)

As well as the following wellness incentives so you can take care of your health and wellbeing:

• 5 days paid volunteer leave(pro rata for part time)
• "Wellness Day" – An extra paid annual leave day
• Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives include our 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 through our Flare app such as discounted gym memberships.
• Additional travel discounts through Verve Travel Management and Hertz
• Fantastic staff discounts on clinic products and services for your pets

As part of Apiam Animal Health, Australia's largest rural and regional mixed and production animal veterinary group, we offer considerable opportunities for training, personal development and career progression. Opportunities to gain extra skills by spending time in other clinics within our Apiam network are encouraged, and we offer industry-leading internal training as well as genuine support for your career progression.

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