Ophthalmologist

Be part of a globally renowned Ophthalmology team
- Work at the largest hospital in the southern hemisphere
- Our hospital is owned by Vets, run by Vets and loved by vets

**Ophthalmologist - Sydney, Australia**

At SASH, we believe the highest standards in veterinary care are achieved when clinical expertise is delivered by compassionate, motivated people in a caring and supportive environment. Inspired by the special bond between animals and people, we constantly strive to help pets and their families live their best life.

The SASH North Ryde hospital was established in 2007 and is located just 20 minutes north of Sydney’s CBD, in New South Wales, Australia. Our team provides exceptional care to over 40,000 patients each year across our ever-increasing network. Having recently opened our fourth hospital, SASH is continuing to invest in our team with the latest equipment and technology. SASH provides the most comprehensive, 24-hour on-site service available in Australia, giving our team and patients an unparalleled experience. The North Ryde Hospitals recent refurbishment includes 6 brand new theatres, a large surgery prep area and new ward/treatment areas, to ensure the best possible nursing care, with support from 4 anaesthetists. Our other specialist departments include internal medicine, neurology and neurosurgery, surgery and rehabilitation, oncology (including radiation oncology), dermatology, diagnostic imaging (including MRI), emergency & critical care and exotics.

Our Ophthalmology team is well equipped with diagnostic and surgical equipment, including Bausch & Lomb phacoemulsification unit, ultrasound unit (and separate UBM), Zeiss operating microscopes, Diovet laser cyclophotocoagulation unit, cryosurgical equipment and ERG units.
At SASH, we believe that the most advanced technology is not where investment stops with training the next generation also important, and we have internship and residency programs in many of the specialist services, including ophthalmology. We also strive to provide our team with tools for personal development and SASH has invested in an extensive leadership program across the veterinary and nursing teams throughout our network.

To learn more about the SASH team and our new hospital, please click on the links below:
**The Ophthalmologist Position**:
The SASH team is looking for our fourth Ophthalmology specialist to join our North Ryde based team, which consists of 1 Registrar, 1 Resident and 2 ophthalmology Interns. The position will also be well supported by our team of nurses with support from anaesthesia and critical care. You will work in a dynamic and collegiate environment, drawing on the knowledge and experience from specialists in other disciplines to reach the best outcome for your patients.

To be considered for this position, we are looking for:

- A board certified or board eligible Ophthalmologist with either the American, European or Australia college (ACVO, ECVO, ANZCVS). Holding one of these qualifications means that regardless of where your undergraduate degree is from, you are eligible to work as a vet in Australia
- If you have completed a approved training program through ACVO, ECVO or ANZCVS but are yet to sit exams, we'd still love to hear from you.

**What’s in it for you?**

It is a truly exciting time to join the SASH team. You would be joining a business that is highly committed to our people, supporting them to achieve their goals. Just a few of the perks included in this opportunity are:

- Generous salary packaging, including an annual bonus - Get in touch to find out more
- Relocation support with a substantial travel allowance along with total cost of your visa being covered, making relocating a breeze.
- 8 weeks of paid study leave for those who are yet to sit their board exams
- Generous continuing education allowance
- SASH paid maternity leave for ALL new parents
- Opportunity to give back to the industry by supporting junior vets
- Access to a world class leadership development program
- Excellent work-life balance
- Supportive and inclusive team of SASH team members across the clinical and non-clinical space

**_To apply, please forward a copy of your CV to Jessica_