Emergency Veterinarian

Greencross Veterinary Hospital Werribee is looking for an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join their team on a permanent part-time or full-time basis

Our state-of-the-art facility is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, offering a wide range of services to pet owners in western Melbourne. We are dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care and supporting future practitioners through clinical experience at The University of Melbourne.

We are currently seeking passionate, and experienced ECC Veterinarians who are ready to take the next step in their career.

This role offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you can expand your knowledge and skills. With the guidance of a team of experienced registrars and specialists in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Neurology, Dentistry, and Anaesthesia, you will have the opportunity to handle complex cases that require critical care and multidisciplinary management.

As an ECC Veterinarian, you may encounter exciting cases such as patients requiring mechanical ventilation due to elapid snake envenomation, septic cases needing extensive monitoring and instrumentation, and post-operative multi-disciplinary cases requiring ICU referral. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and offer monthly morbidity and mortality rounds as well as ECC journal club discussions. Additionally, as a Greencross employee, you will enjoy numerous continuing education benefits outlined below.

Working in our Emergency and Critical Care team, you will have a flexible roster that supports shift work, ensuring you have ample time to recover and enjoy your days off.

In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will play a vital role in shaping future veterinarians through on-the-floor training to DVM students from the University of Melbourne. You will also contribute significantly to the training of our Greencross Vet Hospital ECC interns as we establish our Greencross Vet Hospital ECC Internship program.

What we have on offer

You will also be provided with the following:

• Full-time or part-time permanent roles that provide flexibility to meet personal or family commitments – You can even look at a combined GP / Emergency position.
• Competitive above-market salaries, which are reviewed yearly.
• Option to choose paid AVA membership or State Vet Board Registration.
• Additional benefits include but not limited to, paid parental leave, car leasing programs, and discount health and pet insurance.
• Visa and relocation support for international or interstate applicants.
• Opportunity to partake in charity events supported by Petbarn Foundation.
• Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program lifeWorks 24/7.

Benefits for Greencross Employees:

When you join our team, we are dedicated to nurturing your professional growth through the following:

• National Clinical Symposium: Attend an in-person clinical conference featuring over 100 lectures across seven streams
• Paid leave for continuing education opportunities
• Practical clinical workshops in specialized areas such as ophthalmology, ultrasound, soft tissue surgery, wound management, nerve blocks, and basic dentistry
• Comprehensive modular courses available in ophthalmology, ultrasound, dentistry, and radiology spanning four years
• Access to external resources like VIN, Plumbs, VetStream, and Elsevier
• Access to a wide range of GP and AEC webinars through Vet-Webinar, with an extensive archive of on-demand sessions and regular additions
• S&E Certification: Obtain internationally recognized life-support techniques through RECOVER certification
• Optional participation in a mentoring program for ongoing support and guidance
• Stress-Free Pets Accreditation: Become certified in the Stress-Free Pets course, contributing to reduced stress levels for both team members and patients

Join our team at Greencross Veterinary Hospital in Werribee and become an integral part of a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions will be highly valued.

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