Assistant Veterinary Practice Manager

4 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Pet Universe Veterinary Centers Part time
Assistant Veterinary Practice Manager - Part Time

Step into a leadership role at a progressive vet practice

Are you an organised, proactive professional with a passion for animals and people? We're seeking a motivated Assistant Practice Manager to support and elevate our veterinary practice. This is a part-time leadership opportunity suited for someone with experience in administration or healthcare management eager to make an impact.

About The Practice

Both our practices are award-winning, with VSBSA hospital accreditation at Pet Universe Broadview. Pet Universe Northgate has an increasingly complex surgical & rehabilitation caseload along with our unique feline-only entrance. Both hold Gold Cat Friendly Accreditation from the International Feline Medicine Society.

About the Role

As Assistant Practice Manager, you'll coordinate daily operations, support our veterinary team, and contribute to a positive workplace culture. Responsibilities include rostering, payroll, compliance, and workflow management. You'll act as a trusted second-in-charge to the Practice Manager.

What You'll Be Doing

  1. Day-to-Day Operations & Administration
  2. Manage daily admin tasks to ensure smooth practice operations
  3. Coordinate staff rosters and approve payroll via Employment Hero
  4. Oversee healthcare plans and insurance processes
  5. Monitor OHS compliance and support team wellbeing
  6. Handle banking and communication tasks
  7. Assist with new projects and initiatives
  8. Support transition to new technologies like cloud-based PMS
  9. Conduct research for business development

3. Quality & Culture

  1. Maintain high clinical, customer service, and operational standards
  2. Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment
  3. Ensure workflows and systems reflect our commitment to excellence

What We're Looking For

  • Experience in administration, management, or healthcare
  • Confident communicator with leadership skills
  • Tech-savvy and process-oriented
  • Passion for animals and veterinary care
  • Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
  • Availability to work 3-4 days a week

What's In It For You

  • A Supportive, High-Energy Environment: Join a vibrant, forward-thinking team in a modern clinic where professionalism and fun coexist.
  • Work With the Best: Collaborate with experienced vets and nurses.
  • Grow Your Career: Access our online learning platform, the CVS Knowledge Hub, for clinical and leadership development.
  • Feel Valued & Look After Yourself: Staff discounts, workplace wellness scheme, free annual flu vaccination, and wellness perks like team lunches.
  • Stay Social & Connected: Participate in team social events and celebrations.
  • Enjoy Member-Only Discounts: Benefits include 20% off at Anytime Fitness, 7% off Medibank Private, and discounts on pet food brands like Hill's.

Visit www.petuniverse.com.au to learn more.

For further information, please send your CV and cover letter to Claire Lee, Practice Manager, via email: clairepentonlee@gmail.com. All applications will be handled confidentially.

Pet Universe Veterinary Centre (CVS Vets Australia Pty Ltd)
ACN 667 654 686
CVS registered office: C/O BDO, Level 10, 12

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